Nara

Temple Hopping on a Budget: 5-Day Kyoto and Nara Itinerary Under $50/Day

When my husband's medical conference in Tokyo wrapped up last fall, I seized the opportunity to extend our Japan trip with a solo adventure to Kyoto and Nara. As a former museum curator with an art history background, I've always...

Magical Memories in Nara: A 3-Day Family Itinerary Beyond the Deer Park

When most travelers think of Nara, Japan, they immediately picture the famous bowing deer of Nara Park. While these adorable creatures are absolutely worth meeting (and my kids still talk about them non-stop), there's so much more to this ancient...