Deer and fiery red leaves in Nara

How can you come to Nara and only feed the deer! This autumn, taking the kids, we discovered the most healing family-friendly activities in Nara. The fairy tale world accompanied by red maples, ginkgo trees, and sacred deer is absolutely stunning🍁

🦌 Treasure route sharing:
📍 Nara Park: Be sure to buy deer crackers (200 yen per pack), the little deer will bow to you! On the east side of the park, there is a stunning ginkgo avenue; photos taken on rainy days have even more artistic charm.

📍 Kasuga Taisha Shrine: The vermilion corridor surrounded by maple leaves, take the kids for a walk along the thousand-year-old stone lantern path, and remember to wear a kimono for amazing photos.

📍 Todai-ji Temple: The world's largest wooden building is incredibly impressive. The deer in front of the main hall are very gentle, so children can interact with them safely.

🍁 Travel tips:
1. Hide the deer biscuits well! Otherwise, you will be surrounded by a "robbery" of deer.
2. The autumn foliage season is from late October to early December; it’s recommended to arrive before 9 AM to avoid crowds.
3. Bring a transparent umbrella on rainy days; photos will have a very Japanese drama vibe.
4. When feeding the deer, teach your child to put their hands together in a prayer gesture as a cute way to say thanks.

🍱 Must-try recommendations:
• The long-established "Kaki no Ha Sushi" shop next to the park (5-1 Noboriojicho, Nara City)
• The popular pudding "Daibutsu Pudding" behind Kintetsu Nara Station
• Warm red bean soup on the Kasuga Taisha Shrine approach

🚗 Transportation guide:
Take the Kintetsu train from Osaka Namba Station for about 35 minutes direct. It’s recommended to buy the Ikaruga Pass (includes transportation and attraction tickets).
For families, the best choice is a hotel near Kintetsu Nara Station, making it super convenient to walk to the attractions.