NARA surprised us! (12 things to do in Japan's original capital)

We visited Nara, Japan and expected to see deer... but we found so much more in the city too! So, we made a vlog of some of the best things to do in Nara, which includes the deer park, but also includes some of Nara's unique snacks, beautiful temples & shrines, and an amazing cultural experience in the original capital of Japan!

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Planning your own trip to Nara? Add these to your itinerary!
1. Relax and take in the views at the Sarusawa pond!
2. Try Japan's fastest mochi at Nakatanidou
3. Visit Nara Park and see the bowing deer
4. Head into town to explore Nara's beautiful architecture
5. Try Japanese cuisine at one of the local restaurants (we got curry!)
6. Shop for deer themed souvenirs at Mochiidono Shopping Street
7. Try a deer-themed treat! (we got deer ice cream!)
8. Visit the huge Kofukuji temple complex!
9. Head to the Nara cultural center for a handful of different activities!
10. Visit the Todaiji temple to see the world's biggest wooden building and a massive set of statues!
11. Hike up the stairs of the Nigatsu-Do for amazing views over Nara
12. Admire the many stone & bronze lanterns at the Kasugataisha shrine!

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CHAPTERS

0:00 Intro
0:55 Sarusawa Pond
1:35 Nakatanidou Mochi (Japan's fastest mochi!)
2:48 Nara Park (DEER!) & Town
5:10 Wakakusa Curry
6:06 Mochiidono Shopping & Deer Ice Cream!
8:16 Kofukuji
9:35 Nara Cultural Center (Origami & Kimono!)
11:44 Todaiji
14:52 Nigatsu-Do
16:08 Kasugataisha
17:33 Thanks for watching! Subscribe for more adventures! :D