Things to do in Nara Prefecture

It's my first time in Japan and this is so amazing trip with a cool tour guide Mr. Theodore Chan. He explains the itinerary very well and understandable. I really enjoy my time during in Kyoto and Nara. If you are solo traveller, don't worry you won't be alone here. It's recommended trip for solo traveller or with family member. Can't wait to book this trip again someday hahaha

This tour efficiently allowed me to experience Japan's most representative attractions in one day, with an itinerary that included Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nara Park, and Todai-ji Temple. At Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the view overlooking Kyoto and the magnificence of the wooden architecture were impressive. At Fushimi Inari Shrine, walking along the endless path of torii gates allowed me to feel Japan's unique and mystical atmosphere. In Nara Park, the scenery of naturally blending with the deer was memorable, and the Great Buddha of Todai-ji Temple was overwhelming in scale and presence when I actually saw it. The tour guide, Songran Lee, provided very natural Korean explanations that were easy to understand, and she highlighted the key points of each location, allowing me to learn a lot in a short amount of time. In particular, the restaurant information she recommended during transit was practical and detailed, which was a great help during the trip. Overall schedule management, guidance, customer service, and other basic qualities as a guide were well-equipped, allowing me to enjoy the tour comfortably and with confidence! Overall, it was a stable and satisfactory tour, and I would especially recommend it to those visiting Kyoto and Nara for the first time!

I recommend this trip for those with limited time during their Osaka visit. It’s a wonderful way to see three popular tourist spots in just one day. We started from Dotonburi at 8am and returned around 6:30pm. You’ll get about 2 hours to explore the Arashiyama area, 1 hour in Nara, and over an hour at Fushimi Inari Shrine. Just a heads-up: be punctual so you don’t miss the tour, which leaves without you if you're late. Be sure to plan your day wisely. We managed to squeeze in a quick lunch in Arashiyama since there wouldn’t be time to eat at the other spots.

I had a really memorable day thanks to our guide. We visited Nara, Uji, and Fushimi Inari, and the whole trip was smooth and comfortable from start to finish. She has a very cool and confident vibe — short hair, a relaxed style, and a calm, clear way of speaking. She can switch between Japanese, Mandarin, and English effortlessly, which made everything so easy and natural. Her explanations were simple and vivid, not boring at all, and she shared small details that made each place feel alive. I also really appreciated her respectful and open personality. She didn’t try to perform or push anything — she just let the experience breathe, which made the day feel genuine and relaxed. If you’re looking for someone who’s professional, chill, and really knows how to guide without being overbearing, I’d definitely recommend her. Great energy, great pace, great company.

I really enjoyed this day tour. It’s such a stress free activity since you have a guide who will bring you to beautiful places and sceneries. Our guide was Harry and he did an awesome job. We got to see so many places that me and my family ould not have gone too. ai would recommend doing this tour and requesting Harry as your guide.

Absolutely loved our Day 3 tour from Osaka to Nara & Uji! 🦌✨ Visiting Nara Park, Tōdaiji Temple, and Byōdōin Temple was breathtaking — the temples are stunning, and the deer in Nara Park are so adorable and friendly. 🏯💛 The Uji matcha food tour was a highlight — every treat was delicious, and the matcha desserts were unforgettable! 🍵💚 The day was perfectly balanced with sightseeing, culture, and foodie adventures. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting a mix of history, nature, and yummy Japanese treats — we had so much fun and made memories to last a lifetime! 🌟

We took a day trip to Arashiyama, Nara Park, and a shrine, with Eric as our guide, and it was an unforgettable experience! Eric is knowledgeable and shared the history and culture of each place in a very interesting and engaging way. He led us smoothly through the day, making sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the trip. His recommendations for photo spots and local insights made the trip even more special. Thanks to Eric, we experienced the beauty of Arashiyama, the charm of Kyoto, and the adorable deer in Nara Park in the best possible way. He also gave us deer crackers to feed the deer. Thanks, KLOOK.

Our multingual tour guide Min was very helpful. He sent links to the best places to get food and snacks. Pro Tip: Take a photo of your bus. I recommend pinning the location of the parking lots each time you stop. We got lost in Nara Deer Park and had to practically ran back up.

This one-day tour of Mount Rokko and Nara with OrengeBus was great! The itinerary was meticulously planned and packed with activities, ensuring that my family and I had a lot of fun. I booked the package with transportation but without Mount Rokko tickets. Before meeting the tour leader, I was worried that not buying Mount Rokko tickets online beforehand would be a problem. However, it turned out to be a good thing I didn't buy them online, because the tour leader helped us purchase group tickets with the team. As a result, each person received a free snow sled. We also had free time to go to a restaurant for a bite to eat, take some photos around the area, and then decide when to play with the snow sleds. The tour leader gave each of us a snow sled voucher, so the whole family didn't have to be tied together and exchange the vouchers at the same time. It's very inconvenient to take photos while holding a snow sled. The other members of our group who purchased tickets online using QR codes had to do everything together as a family of eight, and they said they felt very restricted. I was so lucky that I asked the tour leader to help us purchase tickets, so we could enjoy more benefits. Thumbs up to the tour leader! Nara Park in the afternoon was also great. There were many tourists, and some places were sold out of deer crackers. The tour leader helped us find places where we could buy deer crackers and also introduced us to delicious local snacks. Thank you, tour leader Meggie, and thank you, OrengeBus! I will definitely join OrengeBus tours again in the future.