112. The City of Nara

Published: April 24, 2023, 8 a.m.

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Nara is widely known for its friendly deer, but did you know it\\u2019s also the ancient capital of Japan? Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many things to do and see in Nara!

Topics Covered:

History

Central Nara: Heijo Palace \\u2014Toshodaiji Temple \\u2014 Yakushiji Temple \\u2014 Horyuji Temple

Deer

Nara Park: Kofukuji Temple \\u2014 Nara National Museum \\u2014 Yoshikien Garden \\u2014 Isuien Garden \\u2014 Todaiji Temple \\u2014 Kasuga Taisha Shrine (Manyo Botanical Gardens, Mt. Kasuga Primeval Forest) \\u2014 Wakakusayama \\u2014 Shinyakushiji Temple

Festivals: Heijo Tempyo Summer Festival \\u2014 Himuro Shirayuki Shaved Ice Festival \\u2014 Omizutori

How to get to/around Nara

Day Trips: Asuka \\u2014 Yoshino

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