Top Nara Seasonal & Special Occasions

Discover both the traditional and modern sides of the ancient Japanese city of Nara. This private tour allows you customize your itinerary to your own interests. Soak in the history and culture of this 8th-century capital of Japan. Select which places you want to see, from Nara Park (inhabited by deer) and Mt. Wakakusa to Todai-ji Temple with its Giant Buddha and the Nara National Museum.

Beginner-friendly with full support, so anyone can create an authentic bamboo lantern. Light it up and capture the moment—soft bamboo light perfect for photos. Not just a workshop—take home a lantern you can enjoy long after your trip. Easy to fit into your itinerary—enjoy a rewarding craft experience in a short time. Family-friendly and safe, a hands-on bamboo lantern experience parents and kids can enjoy together. Light up a gentle bamboo glow together and share a quiet, romantic moment in Nara. Perfect for anniversaries—handcrafted memories you can take home. Touch Japanese bamboo and create light—an unforgettable hands-on cultural experience. Go beyond sightseeing and experience Japanese culture with your own hands. Smell the bamboo, feel the texture, and enjoy the warm light—a five-sense experience in Nara. Take home a piece of your journey in the form of light. No experience needed—feel the joy and satisfaction of creating something yourself.

With a bilingual local guide, you can visit places like Nara Off the touristic path and feel relaxed. You will see places and experience things that most people wouldn't do by themselves. Trust your guide and you will have an amazing time with us. Pour la demande de guide francophone: Nous ne pouvons pas garantir la francophonie pour un tour partagée, car mélangeant plusieurs nationalités, la priorité deviendra l'anglais. Tous nos guides parlent au minimum anglais et japonais, ce qui veut dire que le français sera une langue supplémentaire. Le guide pourra donc alterner entre anglais et français si nécessaire. Pour garantir la disponibilité du guide francophone à la date souhaitée, veuillez nous contacter à l'avance, afin que nous puissions confirmer qu'un guide francophone est toujours disponible pour votre date de réservation. Merci pour votre compréhension.

Embark on an unforgettable evening adventure through Nara, where history meets vibrant nightlife. This guided food and bar-hopping experience lets you choose your preferred starting area within Nara City—such as Kintetsu Nara, JR Nara, Shin-Omiya, or Yamato-Saidaiji—then explore the city’s lively night scene with a local guide. You will visit two carefully selected venues, enjoying drinks and local bites along the way. The tour also includes food and drink expenses of up to JPY 1,500 per stop (JPY 3,000 total), so you can relax and enjoy the experience with ease. As you stroll through different neighborhoods, you’ll discover a charming mix of traditional izakayas and contemporary bars, each offering its own unique atmosphere and character. With your friendly guide acting as a bridge between you and local bar owners, you can enjoy the night without worrying about language barriers. Every stop reveals a new side of Nara—making this the perfect way to savor the city after dark.

Why not visit Nara after enjoying sightseeing in Kyoto or Osaka? This ancient city, rich in nature and history, offers a unique charm that's different from the bustling cities. We offer small-group one-day van tours. On this tour, you'll visit two of Nara’s most iconic cultural heritage sites: Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Our guide will share only the most interesting and engaging facts about their history—don’t worry, this isn’t a history class! In addition to temples and shrines, we’ve planned a full day for you, including a delicious lunch, cozy cafés, souvenir shops, and breathtaking views from the summit of Mount Wakakusa. Our friendly and flexible guide will ensure you have the best day in Nara. With a small group size of up to 8 people, this tour is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or anyone who enjoys connecting with the guide and fellow travelers.

When the sun sets and the tourists head back to Osaka, Nara's oldest streets wake up. Not with noise, with silence. The kind that feels like it's listening to us. Join us for a walk through the ancient capital after dark. Lantern in hand, we move through temple gates, stone paths, and forgotten corners of a city that has been accumulating stories for 1,300 years. Urban legends. Cursed places. Spirits that never left. Your guide carries a chochin, a traditional Japanese lantern, and knows where the darkness gets thick. We meet at the storefront of Starbucks Coffee, Sarusawaike when the last light fades. Some of what you will hear is legend. Some of it is history. We'll let you decide which is which.

Led by highly qualified photographers, our program works around your travel schedule, capturing natural and memorable shots. - Available anywhere in Nara. - The original 100+photo files will be delivered. - Photography can be booked up to 3 days in advance. Please select your preferred shooting location from the Location list and inform us when booking or via Chat. ①Nara Park ②Wakakusayama ③Other location in Nara (Additional fees will be charged for outlying areas) Let us capture your special moments through our photography services! ＜Proposal Photography Option＞ Planning a surprise proposal in Nara? We offer optional proposal photography plans to help capture this special moment. - Plan A: 1-hour proposal photoshoot, 100+ original photo files, and pre-consultation via chat. - Plan B: Includes everything in Plan A, plus a short smartphone video capturing the proposal moment (about 30 seconds).