Slow down a little and find your spiritual side at Himuro Shrine. This sacred site attracts the faithful, and curious visitors, from far and wide.

This sacred place is in Nara, a destination that has plenty of things going for it! Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Shrine are other interesting sightseeing options not far away when you've had your fill of Himuro Shrine.

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Miru Kyoto Nishiki

Downtown Kyoto

$1,178

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Jan 10 - Jan 13

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San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

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I loved this hotel and wish we stayed here for longer. Large rooms, kind staff, croissants in the morning, laundry, comfortable, and great location.

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Ace Hotel Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto

$1,437

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Jan 9 - Jan 13

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,023 reviews)

Hidden on a quite street, friendly staff, well sized room with all the amenities, less than 2 minutes walk from train station for easy access to places you want to see.

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Kyoto Century Hotel

Shimogyo Ward

$1,268

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Jan 9 - Jan 13

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San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)

Very good hotel and convenient location to all transportation

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

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From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

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Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure

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Kyoto: Table-Style Tea Ceremony at a Kyo-Machiya

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E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine

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Kyoto and Nara Day Tour with Wagyu “Kobe Beef” lunch: From Kyoto

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Popular places to visit

Nara National Museum

A fascinating collection of Nara and Buddhist art is on display at this 130-year-old museum. Admire Japanese National Treasures and visit a historic teahouse.

Nara's near proximity to the cities of Kyoto and Osaka makes it an easy side trip in anyone's Kansai itinerary. And although most people come to Nara for the roaming (but tame) deers and the historical temples, Nara park offers a lot of hidden gems that I would recommend devoting a whole day to enjoy a trip to Japan's first permanent capital.
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Take for example, Yoshikien Garden: it is a mere walking distance away from Todaiji temple and yet it is almost always missed by tourists. Foreign travelers can avail of the free entrance just by showing their passports. The moss garden

Yoshiki-en

You can find out about the history of Nara when you stop by Yoshiki-en. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Isui-en Garden

Stroll amid landscaped gardens, enjoy lunch at a historic teahouse, delight in mountain scenery and browse art exhibitions at this elegant city garden.

Todaiji Temple

Todaiji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Kofuku-ji Shrine which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a temple or place of worship

Kofuku-ji Temple

One of Japan’s most famous temples is surrounded by parklands and features picturesque pagodas showcasing history that spans more than a thousand years.

Sarusawa-ike featuring a lake or waterhole

Sarusawa Pond Park

Sarusawa Pond Park is just one of the places to see in Noboriōji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.