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Nara Kimono Rental & Photo Shoot Experience | Kimono Rental Misaki
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(70) • 600+ booked
€ 19.39
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[Kyoto & Nara & Uji Day Tour] Nara Park Cute Deer & Fushimi Inari Taisha Thousand Torii Gates & World Cultural Heritage Todai-ji & Byodo-in & Uji Matcha Food Street & Uji River & Uji Park & Asagiri Bridge Day Tour
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(1.2K) • 10K+ booked
€ 34.75
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Kyoto and Nara Day Tour(Optional upgrade to Wagyu “Kobe Beef” lunch)
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(3.8K) • 70K+ booked
€ 26.05
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Kyoto Nara Day Trip │ Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine + Nara Park (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)
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(3.6K) • 50K+ booked
€ 28.60
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Kyoto and Nara Small Group 1-Day Tour: Nara Park Cute Deer, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha (Optional Hotel Pickup/Private Charter)
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Private tour
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(96) • 1K+ booked
€ 46.05
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Kyoto Coast Fairytale Journey: Sea Train & Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya One-Day Tour
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(315) • 3K+ booked
€ 45.69
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Nara & Uji Day Trip: Nara Park & Todai-ji Temple & Uji & Genji no Yu Onsen | Depart from Osaka
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(332) • 5K+ booked
€ 32.89
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Kyoto & Nara Full-Day Private Guided Tour with Transfers
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(63) • 700+ booked
€ 60.80
Osaka Kyoto & Nara Full-Day Private Tour with Customizable Itinerary
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(19) • 100+ booked
€ 291.85
Nara Yoshinoyama Cherry Blossom Viewing + Tsubosaka Temple + Nara Park Day Trip丨Chinese Service + Round Trip from Osaka on the Same Day + Limited Cherry Blossom Season
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(2) • 50+ booked
€ 64.85
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Kyoto Dream Illumination Autumn Foliage Day Tour - Kinkaku-ji & Arashiyama (Includes Night Maple Train - Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)
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(13) • 300+ booked
€ 76.55
Full-day experience at Osaka Nara Park and Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park, enjoying panoramic mountain views
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(53) • 1K+ booked
€ 40.05
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Nara Departure | Private Car Charter to Lake Biwa, Ise & Surrounding Areas
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Tsukumo Michelin Starred Kaiseki in Nara
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€ 258.49
Tōdai-ji Reviews
SSU ********
2026-09-13 15:03:57
The rental store’s location is very convenient, just 4 mins by walk from Nara Kintetsu station. The staffs are professional and friendly. They have various kind of beautiful kimono and accessories.
I booked kimono rental for couple plus 30 mins’ photograph shoot via Klook. The stylist is pretty efficient and kind. The photographer is good at guiding us to make nice postures. I’m satisfied with the service and pictures. The price is fair. It’s really worth for the money! I highly recommend people to experience the beauty of Nara with them ☺️❤️
Klook User
2026-10-10 10:25:32
We had a wonderful one-day tour from Osaka to Kyoto and Nara with Harry Qiu from Wish Travel. He arrived promptly, tailored the itinerary to our needs, and gave us time to enjoy Nara and Kyoto at our own pace. We visited Todaiji Temple, Nara Deer Park, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto and the surrounding areas.
Harry also accommodated our last-minute request for my daughter to wear a traditional kimono, bringing us to a shop with beautiful options and reasonable prices. Despite our limited time, he found a charming, less-crowded shrine nearby for a memorable photoshoot. His driving was safe and comfortable, and he communicated fluently in English, Chinese, and Japanese.
Friendly, flexible, and knowledgeable, Harry made our trip truly special. We highly recommend Harry Qiu to anyone seeking a personalised tour of Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara.
Klook User
2026-10-17 18:24:38
If you're traveling a big international trip like we did and were a little nervous trying to figure out all the train systems this is a great option! We based in Osaka for a few days and wanted to see Kyoto and Nara while we were here. We figured we'd be a little overwhelmed trying to get over to Kyoto/Nara so we last minute decided to book a bus tour to the big spots we wanted to see. This was such a great tour! Harid was our tour guide and he was fabulous! You coukd tell he loved what he did. He was always willing to answer our groups questions and keep us informed of each next stop and expectations. We didn't book the lunch but he gave us a good recommendation of where to eat while the rest of the group did the lunch included. He even helped take photos for everyone when needed.
Klook User
2026-10-30 08:27:01
I had an amazing experience on this trip! ❤️ Everything was well organized, the places were beautiful, and I enjoyed every moment. A special shoutout to our guide, CC, who was incredibly sweet, friendly, and helpful throughout the journey. She made the whole experience even more enjoyable with her lovely personality and positive energy. 🥰
Highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Japan. Definitely one of the highlights of my trip! 🇯🇵✨
NESLIE ***********
2026-11-03 22:33:50
Overall, the experience was fun and hassle-free. Thanks to this tour package. Definitely a must try! 😎👍🏻👍🏻
Special thanks to our tour guide - Shine(formerly handsome man) is a nice tour guide. He was good at providing details and stories on how to improve as a guide. He was kind enough to give us sets of umbrella and was nice to my kids.
He also kind to provide assistance outside the tour. I would recommend him and looking forward to our next day trip with him soon. 😎👍🏻👍🏻
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Klook User
2026-05-29 03:51:21
yoshi was a terrific host and tour guide. he was very knowledgeable and also very considerate of my injured daughter who had to transport in a wheelchair. we saw so many wonderful sites and he knew so much detail about each of them. he even recommended a terrific lunch at a beautiful venue. It was a wonderful day.
Klook客路用户
2026-09-07 08:21:07
We were very satisfied with our full-day trip to Nara and Uji, and I must give our guide, Ms. Mori, a five-star rating. She was very professional and friendly, switching seamlessly between English, Chinese, and Japanese throughout the tour. She explained each attraction carefully and patiently, and clearly arranged all the pick-up and drop-off points. Her thoughtfulness and attention to detail made us feel very comfortable. I left the group in Uji to go to Kyoto on my own, and Ms. Mori even took me almost all the way to JR Nara Station, which I greatly appreciate! The driver was also very professional, drove smoothly, and helped with our luggage. Thank you! I highly recommend this tour; the pace was relaxed yet fulfilling, and the overall experience was excellent. I truly recommend it to everyone!
Arma *******
2026-06-11 03:56:43
It was a last minute booking just a night before and got picked on time at our hotel. The tour was full of interesting information of the different sites we're about to visit and thanks to our charming and friendly guide CC who even sang for us as we're heading back to Osaka. The interaction with the deer's at Nara park is one of the unforgettable experience with the dear bowing down their heads along with you. I just love it. Till next time Japan.
Klook User
2026-07-04 12:02:46
a lovely afternoon and tour guide was super helpful and guided us personally back to the correct station .. many thanks
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What to know about Tōdai-ji
Discover the awe-inspiring Tōdai-ji Temple in Nara, Japan, a magnificent Buddhist complex that stands as a testament to ancient architectural brilliance and spiritual devotion. Home to the world's largest bronze statue of the Vairocana Buddha, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a unique blend of history, culture, and serene beauty, making it a must-visit destination for travelers. Just an hour's express train ride from Kyoto, this magnificent temple complex promises a journey through Japan's rich history and culture.
406-1 Zoshicho, Nara, 630-8587, Japan
Remarkable Landmarks and Must-Visit Sights
Great Buddha Hall (Daibutsuden)
Step into the Great Buddha Hall, home to the world’s largest bronze Buddha statue. This hall, once the largest wooden building in the world, is a testament to ancient Japanese architectural prowess.
Nandaimon Gate
Marvel at Japan’s largest temple entrance gate, the Nandaimon, with its towering wooden pillars that set the stage for the grandeur that awaits inside Tōdai-ji.
Todaiji Museum
Opened in 2011, this museum showcases rotating exhibitions of religious art and cultural treasures from the temple's vast collection.
Cultural and Historical Significance
Tōdai-ji Temple, established in 752, is a symbol of Nara's historical importance as Japan’s first fixed capital. The temple complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its profound cultural and historical value.
Architectural Marvels
Tōdai-ji's architecture reflects the influence of Chinese Tang dynasty temples. The complex originally included two towering pagodas, a library, lecture hall, and monks' quarters. Today, visitors can still marvel at the intricate designs and historical structures that have been preserved.
Local Cuisine
Savor the local delicacy, gyumabushi, a regional variant of gyudon (beef and rice bowls), at nearby restaurants like Mimaya. For a unique twist, try deer curry, a specialty in some parts of Japan.