Culture & History 奈良公園の歩き方 | 鹿と見どころを地図を使ってわかりやすく解説
奈良公園を初めて訪れる方に向けて、地図付きで歩きやすいルートを紹介。興福寺・東大寺・春日大社などを巡る順番や、鹿とのふれあいスポットもわかりやすく解説します。
Culture & History
Culture & History 
Culture & History Gojo Shinmachi｜Edo-Era Townscape on the Kishu Road
Gojo Shinmachi preserves an Edo-period townscape along the old Kishu Road. Once a shogunate-controlled town, it thrived as a post town used by feudal lords from Kishu and Shikoku on their way to Edo. A peaceful place to stroll through history.
Culture & History The Hatenashi Settlement — Part of the UNESCO-listed Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Route
There are five routes that make up the UNESCO World Heritage Kumano Kodo. One of them, the Kohechi route, stretches from...
Culture & History Umami Hills Park｜Flowers & Ancient Tombs in Every Season
Umami Hills Park is a large public park in central Nara, known for seasonal flowers like tulips, dahlias, sunflowers, and kochia. Families enjoy playgrounds, while the park also features ancient burial mounds from the Umami Kofun Cluster.
Culture & History Totsukawa Village｜Japan’s Largest Village and Natural Scenery
Totsukawa Village, Japan’s largest village, is surrounded by magnificent nature—clear streams, waterfalls, suspension bridges, Kumano Kodo trails, steep mountains, deep V-shaped valleys, and soothing hot springs.
Culture & History Muro Art Forest｜Where Nature Meets Contemporary Art
Muro Art Forest is an outdoor park designed by Israeli sculptor Dani Karavan on the site of a former landslide control area. Near Murouji Temple, it features installations in harmony with nature. Reflections on the pond add to its charm.
Culture & History Uda Matsuyama | Traditional Townscape & Commerce
Uda Matsuyama is a nationally designated preservation district. Once prosperous for herbal medicine and commerce, many historic merchant houses remain. Enjoy the streets and rich natural scenery while exploring its history.
Culture & History Uda City Highlights｜History, Nature & Sacred Shrines
Discover Uda Matsuyama’s charming streets, Murou-ji Temple, and dragon-related shrines. See Sumisaka and Yatagarasu Shrines tied to Emperor Jimmu’s expedition, red spider lilies at Butsuryu-ji, and art on Mount Murou in eastern Nara.
Culture & History Takatori Castle｜Hike Japan’s Strongest Mountain Castle
Featured by NHK as “Japan’s strongest mountain castle,” Takatori Castle can be reached by a hike from Kintetsu Tsubosakayama Station. Climb 460 meters in under two hours and enjoy sweeping views from the ruins.
Culture & History Ginkgo Avenue & Sakura｜Golden Leaves, Cherry Blossoms
Tenri City offers seasonal charm with a golden ginkgo-lined road in autumn and glowing weeping cherry blossoms in spring. Visit the historic ruins of Uchiyama Eikyu-ji Temple and unwind at the stylish Cofufun plaza near the station.