Day Trips From Osaka I Actually Took

Day Trips From Osaka I Actually Took

But let’s be honest: some of my favorite days here were when I escaped the city for several hours. My go-to? My go-to was Nara, … Read more

Things to Do in Nara Besides Feeding the Deer

Things to Do in Nara Besides Feeding the Deer

People talk about the deer in Nara. And yes, there are lots of them, and they gets quite insistent when it comes to those rice … Read more

How I Did Kyoto to Nara as a Day Trip

How I Did Kyoto to Nara as a Day Trip

There are certain day trips that I nearly convince myself not to do: Nara for me was one of them. I had heard about nothing … Read more

Three Day Trips From Kyoto I Actually Took (Nara, Amanohashidate, Ine Bay)

Three Day Trips From Kyoto I Actually Took (Nara, Amanohashidate, Ine Bay)

I actualy took these three day trips from Kyoto (Nara, Amanohashidate, and Ine Bay). However, Kyoto is a fantastic place to use as a base … Read more

The Hidden Garden Within Kasuga Taisha - Manyou Botanical Garden

The Hidden Garden Within Kasuga Taisha – Manyou Botanical Garden

While it might not have the same name recall as Kyoto, Nara does feature plenty of areas like Manyou Botanical Garden that can also be … Read more

I Bought Deer Crackers and Instantly Had New Friends at Nara Park

I Bought Deer Crackers and Instantly Had New Friends at Nara Park

Aside from Kasuga Taisha and Manyou Botanical Garden, the main reason you’d want to visit Nara Park is its deer. I actually managed to play … Read more

A Walk to Kasuga Taisha - Deep in the Forest of Nara

A Walk to Kasuga Taisha – Deep in the Forest of Nara

The first impression that I have about Kasuga Taisha is the deer that simply walk around with the crowd right beside the torii gate. I … Read more

My Trip to Tōdai-ji Temple Buddhist Temple in Nara

My Trip to Tōdai-ji Temple: Buddhist Temple in Nara

My trip to Nara started on a cool and clear morning. The weather was perfect for an adventurous spree ahead so the first spot I … Read more