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Nara

About Nara

Nara, a treasure house of history and nature, where the charm of the ancient capital lives on.

Known as the ancient capital of Japan, Nara Prefecture is a region with a rich history and culture.

World Heritage sites such as Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine are scattered throughout the prefecture, and in Nara Park, visitors can experience history while interacting with deer.

The area also boasts beautiful scenery that blends nature and history, such as the cherry blossoms of Yoshinoyama and the ancient burial mounds of Asuka Village.

In addition, there are many traditional Nara specialties and crafts, offering visitors a wide variety of experiences.

Basic Information

region Kinki
capital Nara
largest cities Nara
Kashihara
Ikoma
Yamatokoriyama
Kashiba
area 3,691km2
population 1,288,081 (2024)
GDP 3,925 billion JPY
prefecture's tree Sugi
prefecture's bird Japanese robin
prefecture's flower Nara yae zakura

Popular Area

Tawashi2006, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Yoshino Area

a hidden village in Nara where cherry blossoms and history weave together to heal the soul.

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