Japan: Best Places to Visit
Nara

Nebuta Festival

Once the capital of Japan, Nara is a beautiful place with splendid temples representing both Shinto and Buddhism.
The city's historic monuments  and the remains of the great Imperial Palace provide insights into the Japanese during a critical stage in the country's history.

Nara is near both Kyoto and Osaka.

Kasuga Grand Shrine, Nara

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