How to Reach Nara Park, Nara, Japan

Nara Park is a large park located in the city of Nara, Japan. It is home to hundreds of freely roaming deer and numerous temples, including the famous Todai-ji Temple.

By Train

Traveling by train is the most convenient way to reach Nara Park.

• From Kyoto: You can take the JR Nara Line from Kyoto Station to JR Nara Station. The ride takes about 45 minutes on a Miyakoji rapid train. From JR Nara Station, Nara Park is about a 20-minute walk.
• From Osaka: From Osaka Station, take the JR Yamatoji Line directly to JR Nara Station, which takes about 50 minutes. Alternatively, if you are near Namba or Tennoji, you can take the Kintetsu Nara Line to Kintetsu-Nara Station, which also takes around 40 minutes. The Kintetsu-Nara Station is slightly closer to Nara Park than the JR Station.
• Other Regions: Connect through major stations such as Kyoto, Osaka, or Tokyo to reach either JR Nara Station or Kintetsu-Nara Station.

By Bus

If you are coming from Osaka, you can also take a direct bus to Nara. The Kansai Airport Limousine Bus travels from Kansai International Airport to JR Nara Station.

By Car or Taxi

If you are driving or taking a taxi, use a navigation system to reach Nara Park. There are multiple parking areas around the park. Taxis can be more expensive, especially from Osaka or Kyoto.

Once You Arrive in Nara

Walking: Nara Park is accessible on foot from both Nara stations and is a pleasant walk through the city, with signs to guide you.

City Loop Bus: The Nara City Loop bus is a convenient way to get around Nara from the train stations and stops at several locations throughout Nara Park.

Rental Bicycles: Another popular option is to rent a bicycle. Rental shops are available near both Nara and Kintetsu-Nara stations.

Additional Information

Note: The park is open year-round with no closing days and has no admission fee, although some individual attractions within the park may charge entrance fees.