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Nara Day Trips: The Best Itinerary

Nara is easy from Osaka and a gateway to Yoshino. Here is how to day-trip — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1From Osaka
  2. 2Yoshino
  3. 3Deer park
  4. 4Blossoms

From Osaka

A short, easy day trip.

Mount Yoshino

The cherry-blossom mountain.

The deer park

Meet the bowing deer.

Nara day trips — FAQ

How far is Nara from Osaka?
About 45 minutes by train.
What is Mount Yoshino?
Japan’s most famous cherry-blossom mountain.
When is Yoshino best?
In April, when thousands of cherry trees bloom.