Pause for a moment of reflection in the peaceful surroundings of Nigatsu-do Temple. You just never know — the answers to a few of life's most important questions could be hiding behind its doors.

This place of worship is situated in Nara, a place that has so much going for it! Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Shrine are other fine sightseeing options not far away when you've had your fill of Nigatsu-do Temple.

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THE LIVELY OSAKA HONMACHI

Chuo

$951

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Jan 16 - Jan 22

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)

This was the best rooom very spacious ! We enjoyed our time and will be back next year !

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Sanso Amanosato

$2,354

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Dec 19 - Dec 21

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San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

This traditional Japanese Inn is thoroughly modern with excellent facilities, rooms, Michelin quality food, and helpful staff. We want to call out ‘Mikki’ who was super kind and helped us with any language barriers we had. The entire restaurant staff was amazing and we are grateful to meet the chef. The onsens were also wonderful. A room here with breakfast and dinner included is an excellent value.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2025

THE RISE OSAKA UNIVERSAL BAYSIDE

Konohana

$980

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Jan 16 - Jan 22

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Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

9/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)

Apartment style, air b and b if you chose to stay longer, but perfect for a weekend trip. Breakfast options were yummy, but could have had more variety. The dinner options were delicious. Easy quick check in and out options. Everything was clean, nice new building. Grear price we had too.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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The deer in Nara know how to bow and are everywhere. Very interesting experience!

Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine

After visiting Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nara. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Todaiji Temple

4.5/5(393 reviews)

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.

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.

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.

4 days ago at this tiny shrine near to Todaiji which is the first in Nara to bloom. A world of differences in 3 days as Osaka & Kyoto are now in full bloom! This picture was taken on Mar 3.

Himuro Shrine

Himuro Shrine 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 culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Nara National Museum

4/5(22 reviews)

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.