Nara: Explore Japan’s Ancient Capital and Sacred Deer Park 🦌
Discover the timeless beauty of Nara, Japan’s first permanent capital. Explore its UNESCO temples, friendly deer at Nara Park, and rich cultural heritage that shaped Japanese history.
Nara Deer Antler Cutting Ceremony: Tradition or Animal Cruelty?
Every autumn, the ancient capital of Nara becomes the stage for one of Japan’s most unusual and visually striking traditions — the Nara Deer Antler Cutting Ceremony, or Shika no Tsunokiri. The three-day ritual, held each October at Rokuen Park near Kasuga Taisha Shrine, attracts thousands of visitors who gather to witness Shinto priests, herders,…
A Trip to Nara Deer Park: A Journey of Deer, Temples, and Amazing Food
One of the first trips my girlfriend and I took in Japan was a day visit to Nara Deer Park, a place that has earned a worldwide reputation for its friendly and occasionally pushy deer, its beautifully preserved temples, and its comforting local food. Since Nara is only about 30 minutes from Osaka by train,…