Join the highlights Tour at Nara Cycle Tours and meet other travelers, or do it in private and your guide can make this day special for your own group.
Explore the cultural heart of Nara on a guided group bike tour visiting sites like Tōdai-ji Temple and Nara Park with its cute deer. Enjoy a relaxed ride through history and nature. A private tour option is also available for a more personalized experience.
We can offer a French-speaking guide upon request. Please note that in group tours, the main language will be English. To ensure availability on your preferred date, please contact us in advance.
Hidden location just south of Nara Park. Peaceful and gorgeous place for a photo spot at the beginning of the tour.
Watch the deer and enjoy the ride through Nara Park between each point of interest during the tour.
Admire the Great South Gate, symbol of the entrance of the domain of Todaiji Temple.
Learn about the bowing origin story and feed the deer with the proper “Nara way”.
The biggest wood structure in the world and one of the most impressive temples in the country.
You will admire the “Daibutsuden”, the biggest bronze buddha statue in the country.
Visit one of the oldest knife companies in the country, and get an introduction to Japanese Cutlery, its culture, and its history.
Possibility to buy knives on-site, with excellent prices for top-notch knife quality.
NOTE – BRING YOUR PASSPORT
If you plan on purchasing anything, especially knives or scissors, you can now get TAX-FREE.
Explore The shrine and its thousand lanterns.
Learn about Shinto in general, and more specifically about the spirit of Kasuga, and the reason why the deer are sacred in this region.
〒630-8424 JP Nara 297-9 Furuichicho
The costs of taking a Kyudo lesson are usually very high. In this class, all the necessary equipment for Kyudo is prepared for you. All you need is passion and comfortable clothes that allow you to move freely!
In this beginner-friendly experience, learn the practice of Kyudo. This includes learning about the proper form, as well as the tools and techniques used. Explore the history of Kyudo and gain a better understanding of this traditional martial art.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our expert instructor, who may not speak flawless English but more than makes up for it with their passion and dedication. We provide top-notch English materials about the captivating art of Kyudo, ensuring a delightful experience as you bond with our teacher through the universal language of gestures and shared enthusiasm for this unique Japanese tradition.
Please ask our teacher if you have any questions or doubts. He is very friendly and good at teaching Kyudo!
Please note that our teacher provides hands-on guidance as he shows how to correctly take the proper stance and hold the bow.
Meet up Location
からくり弓道体験場
22-2 Mibuaiaichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8812, Japan
10 minutes on foot from JR Tambaguchi/Hankyu Omiya/Randen Shijo-Omiya station. If you come by taxi, please tell the taxi driver “Mibugawa-street, Takatsuji-street” instead of the address.
It can get very hot and humid during the summer months. We recommend wearing good shoes and avoid jeans during the summer.
Day tour / activity
Cut off: 2 days
3. 5 hours
Easy