Kofuku-ji inc. National Treasure Museum
Once one of the ‘Nanto Shichi Daiji’ or ‘Seven Great Temples’ of Nara, Kofuku-ji dates back to the 7th century when it was the family temple of the powerful Fujiwara clan. The temple complex is comprised of multiple buildings including four registered as National Treasures – Kofuku-ji’s ‘Goju-no-to’ (Five-storey Pagoda), ‘Sanju-no-to’ (Three-storey pagoda), ‘Tokondo’ (East Golden Hall) and ‘Hokuendo’ (North Octagonal Hall). In addition, the grand ‘Chukondo’ (Central Golden Hall), ‘Nanendo’ (South Octagonal Hall), ‘Oyuya’ (Bathhouse) comprise the temple’s other major buildings along with the Kofuku-ji National Treasure Museum.
1 Day Tour
| 1-Day Walking Tour in Nara: Palace, Deer and Inkstick | |
| Period | All Year Round |
| Time | 09:15 – 16:30 |
| Meeting Place | JR Nara Station |
| Adult Rate | ¥19,800 |
| Child Rate | ¥15,500 |
Nara is often overlooked in favor of cities like Kyoto and Osaka, but it’s a city full of history, culture, and natural beauty. Once Japan’s capital, Nara is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and offers a rich mix of ancient temples, palaces, and unique traditions.
On our one-day tour, you’ll explore the Nara Palace Site Historical Park, the former imperial residence during Japan’s Nara period. After a local lunch, you’ll get hands-on experience making Nara Sumi (traditional ink), a centuries-old craft still made in the city. We’ll also visit Kasuga-taisha Shrine, known for its iconic lanterns, and spot the sacred deer roaming freely. The day ends at Todaiji Temple, home to the world’s largest bronze statue of the Great Buddha.
Join us to uncover the charm of Nara in just one day—an unforgettable journey through Japan’s past.
The museum house true treasures of Japanese Buddhist art. Among the museum’s many invaluable artefacts, the most notable artworks include ‘The Devas of the Eight Classes’, ‘The Ten Great Disciples’, ‘Thousand-armed Kannon’, ‘Amoghapasa’ and bronzed head of the ‘Yakushi Nyorai’ (the Medicine Buddha). In addition the museum holds a significant collection of Buddhist scripture, sculpture, paintings, books and many other artefacts. The temple grounds are accessible at anytime of day with the temple buildings open to the public from 09:00 to 17:00.
