Start
Start at Kintetsu Nara Station
Walk
5-10 minutes
Central Golden Hall
The Central Golden Hall is the main hall of Kofukuji Temple. It was destroyed in a fire about 300 years ago, and the current building is a reconstruction that was opened to the public in 2018 after years of reconstruction.
Eastern Golden Hall
The Eastern Golden Hall dates back to 1415 and houses a large statue of the Yakushi Buddha. Kofukuji's famous five-storied pagoda stands right beside.
National Treasure Museum
The National Treasure Museum exhibits part of the temple's great art collection and is an absolute must-see for lovers of Buddhist art.
Walk
5 minutes
Nara National Museum
The Nara National Museum primarily displays Japanese Buddhist art, including temporary exhibitions. There are two wings to the museum, and they are connected by an underground corridor.
Walk
10 minutes
Nandaimon Gate
Nandaimon Gate is a large gate that stands at the entrance of Todaiji Temple. The two Nio Guardian King statues that flank the center path are also designated national treasures together with the gate.
Walk
10 minutes
Approach to Nigatsudo
The scenic approach along the hill east of the Daibutsuden Hall is a quiet and picturesque street that leads to Nigatsudo Hall
Nigatsudo Hall
The Nigatsudo Hall stands on a small hill east of the Daibutsuden Hall. Nice views of Nara can be enjoyed from its balcony. The hall is the site of the spectacular Omizutori ceremonies, held every March.
Walk
20 minutes
Kasuga Taisha
Kasuga Taisha was established at the same time as the capital and is dedicated to the deity responsible for the protection of the city. The paid inner area of the shrine offers visitors a closer look at the inner buildings.
Return to train station by bus
15 minutes
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