112. The City of Nara

Todaiji Temple

Lanterns at Kasuga Taisha Shrine

Nara is widely known for its friendly deer, but did you know it’s 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 —Toshodaiji Temple — Yakushiji Temple — Horyuji Temple

• Deer

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

• Festivals: Heijo Tempyo Summer Festival — Himuro Shirayuki Shaved Ice Festival — Omizutori

• How to get to/around Nara

• Day Trips: Asuka — Yoshino