Nara: Half Day Local Guide– Big Buddha, Deer, Shrine, Forest

Explore the best landmarks in Nara including two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and hidden places! Experience the ancient wonders here on a guided tour with local guide who is an architect, knowledgeable about local deep history, and as descendants of the people had made the ancient capital in Nara! You can get full of Tips to discover Nara with your guide who is expert of Nara! Start your day by meeting your guide at the square with a water fountain of the “Kintetsu Nara Station”. Firstly, you'll explore the majestic Todai-ji Temple with the great Buddha. You can learn who built this 15-meter-tall giant Buddha statue with what heart inside. Secondly, we will visit silent shrine with green which is the very important shrine for Japanese history but not well known by hidden history. Thirdly, ascend Wakakusa Mountain and communicate with lovely and polite wild deer and try to feed them. You will know why deer are here and why they are familiar with people by historical story. You can even relax in the lawn area on the mountain under the sun! Fourthly, you’ll walk down path with thousands lanterns to the Kasuga Taisha Shrine and bask in the spiritual aura there. You can learn how the ancient people had made this long living country and the ancient capital. Fifthly, trek through the lush primeval forest. You can learn how Nara people have kept nature and lived with nature here. You will know what Japanese religion is and how it has worked for lifestyle, architecture, city, landscape, crafts, food, mentality of Japan. Finally, we can walk down to the shopping street and you can find local food, sweet, souvenir, kimono, traditional crafts, nice café, restaurants, and other local things! You can feel peaceful atmosphere and landscape with friendly local guide. Don't forget to ask about Nara and Japan. Your guide will answer with his deep knowledge! At the end of this tour, you will know much about Nara, life, history, culture, nature, and other things and even you will have local friend! Join us for an unforgettable journey through Nara's rich history and natural beauty!