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Nara

Japan

Safety Score

9/10

Currency

JPY

Language

Japanese

Timezone

Asia/Tokyo

About Nara

Nara, Japan’s first capital, enchants visitors with its harmonious blend of ancient history and natural beauty. Home to the iconic Todai-ji Temple, housing a colossal bronze Buddha, and the friendly, free-roaming deer of Nara Park, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a serene escape into Japan's rich cultural heritage. Stroll through its picturesque gardens and historic streets, and experience the tranquil ambiance that makes Nara a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a glimpse of Japan's past.

Nara ParkTodai-ji Templefree-roaming deerhistorical sitesUNESCO World Heritage sites

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Nara is during the spring (March to May) and fall (September to November). In spring, you can enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms, while the fall offers stunning autumn foliage. Both seasons provide mild weather and vibrant scenery,

Weather Throughout the Year
Jan5°50mm
Feb7°45mm
Mar10°60mm
Apr15°70mm
May20°90mm
Jun23°150mm
Jul28°120mm
Aug30°100mm
Sep25°130mm
Oct19°80mm
Nov13°60mm
Dec8°50mm
gourmet restaurant

AUTHENTIC TABLE TAVERN

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4.8
24 Shimosanjōchō, Nara, 630-8236, Japan

Michelin star

Gokan Uogin

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4.8
Japan, 〒630-8115 Nara, Ōmiyachō, 6-chōme−４−１３ コーポ オオミヤ 105号

fine dining

Tsukumo

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4.7
968 Kiderachō, Nara, 630-8306, Japan

luxury restaurant

Azekura

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4.7
Japan, 〒630-8013 Nara, Sanjōōji, 1-chōme−1−１ JW Marriott Hotel

Michelin star

Tōdai-ji

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4.7
406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8587, Japan

gourmet restaurant

Okonomiyaki Parco

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4.6
1-1 Tsurufukuinchō, Nara, 630-8393, Japan

gourmet restaurant

Mitsuya, Naramachi Terrace Shokudo

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4.6
5 Higashiterabayashicho, Nara, 630-8362, Japan

high end restaurant

Kikusuiro

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4.3
Japan, 〒630-8301 Nara, Takabatakechō, １１３０ 菊水楼 内

gourmet restaurant

Hitoshizuku

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4.8
1098 Takabatakechō, Nara, 630-8301, Japan

fine dining

Kappo Matsuki

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4.7
1 Fushigazushichō, Nara, 630-8394, Japan

Michelin star

Okada

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4.7
Noriビル今御門, 1F, 26-2 Imamikadochō, Nara, 630-8374, Japan

gourmet restaurant

Wagyu teppanyaki steak house restaurant Nara-park NAGOMI

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4.7
Japan, 〒630-8212 Nara, Kasuganochō, １６ 内 夢風ひろば

fine dining

NARA NIKON

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4.6
3 Nabeyachō, Nara, 630-8264, Japan

fine dining

Teppan Grill ICHO

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4.6
8-1 Sanjōhonmachi, Nara, 630-8122, Japan

Michelin star

Todai-ji Nigatsu-do

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4.6
406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8211, Japan

good restaurant

箸恋処 Sanjo

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4.9
Japan, 〒630-8244 Nara, Sanjōchō, ６５０−１ 三条ビル

good restaurant

Comfy - Japanese Café & Bar

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4.8
6-2 Nishiterabayashichō, Nara, 630-8372, Japan

Italian

Camino

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4.8
29-1 Fukuchiinchō, Nara, 630-8381, Japan

local favorite restaurant

Raden Nara -Japanese style RiceBall & local dishes-

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4.8
Japan, 〒630-8227 Nara, Hayashikōjichō, ２３−１ いそかわビル 2階 Isokawa Building2F

French bistro

LA PIE - naramachi -

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4.7
15-3 Kasasagichō, Nara, 630-8391, Japan

popular restaurant

Mizuya Chaya

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4.6
30 Kasuganochō, Nara, 630-8212, Japan

good restaurant

奈良料理mikado

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4.8
27-1 Imamikadochō, Nara, 630-8374, Japan

French bistro

FAON

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4.7
1122-12 Takabatakechō, Nara, 630-8301, Japan

good restaurant

Grill Talo

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4.6
13 Takamikadocho, Nara, 630-8336, Japan

Italian

Da Ciccio ダ チッチョ

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4.6
Japan, 〒630-8374 Nara, Imamikadochō, ２６−２ Noriビル 2F

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