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Asuka-Dera (Ango-In)

Japan's oldest Buddha statue sits in Japan's oldest temple.
Japan's oldest Buddha statue sits in Japan's oldest tem...

Asuka

Tourist destination where ancient ruins and burial mounds lie undisturbed from ancient times in a rural setting
Tourist destination where ancient ruins and burial moun...

Chogosonshi-ji on Mt. Shigi

A temple with a tiger as its symbol and known for its peculiar ways of worship.
A temple with a tiger as its symbol and known for its p...

Chugu-ji

The temple that contains one of the three great smiles in the art world on par with the Great Sphinx and the Mona Liza.
The temple that contains one of the three great smiles ...

Dorokyo Gorge (Doro-Hatcho)

Distance of about 31 km. Large scenic gorge stretching over the three prefectures of Wakayama, Mie, and Nara!
Distance of about 31 km. Large scenic gorge stretching ...

Hase-dera

Located on a mountain, the view from the balcony of the temple's main hall is breathtaking
Located on a mountain, the view from the balcony of the...

Heijo Palace

A rebuilt, ancient capital of Japan with gates and palaces standing with dignity as back in the day!
A rebuilt, ancient capital of Japan with gates and pala...

Horyu-ji

The oldest wooden building in Japan registered as a World Heritage.
The oldest wooden building in Japan registered as a Wor...

Ikaruga

Surrounded by an abundance of nature, this is a travel destination centered around the world heritage site of Horyuji.
Surrounded by an abundance of nature, this is a travel ...

Kasuga Taisha

Over 5,000 traditional lanterns line the enchanting 1,300 year old temple grounds in Nara Park.
Over 5,000 traditional lanterns line the enchanting 1,3...

Kinpusen-ji

The temple is known for its stern looking Buddhist statues, and is close to a famous cherry blossom site
The temple is known for its stern looking Buddhist stat...

Kumano Kodo

UNESCO World Heritage Site! Sacred pilgrimage site made with beautiful stone paths - Kumano Kodo.
UNESCO World Heritage Site! Sacred pilgrimage site made...