Nara Prefecture Archives - Kansai Odyssey

On the border between Nara and Osaka, on the mountainside of Mt. Shigi is Chogosonshi-ji Temple [朝護孫子寺]. Guarded by a

Yoshimizu Shrine: the Most Famous Shrine in Yoshino

While Kinpusen-ji is the most popular temple in Yoshino, Yoshimizu Shrine [𠮷水神社]is the most popular shrine. Near Kinpusen-ji, Yoshimizu Shrine

For many who visit Yoshino, the main attractions are, apart from the thousands of cherry blossoms in the spring, are

Mt. Yoshino, located in the center of Nara, is the most famous sakura place in the entire country of Japan.

The sense of timelessness is something lots of people seem to search for when they come to Japan. Apart from

Hiking in Japan is both really easy and very fun. With many mountains and well maintained trails, everyone from young

Many people visit Kyoto in search of Japanese history. Indeed, Kyoto historic and beautiful, but Nara rivals Kyoto in many