Ryuogabuchi Pond
Hidden in the mountains of Muro, Uda City, at an elevation of 530 meters, Ryuogabuchi is a serene natural pond…
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Ryuchin Gorge
Ryuchin Gorge is a secluded natural sanctuary nestled in the upper reaches of the Fukatani River, which flows into Lake…
Matabei Cherry Tree
This iconic, ancient, and massive weeping cherry tree is estimated to be about 300 years old, with a trunk circumference…
Cherry Trees along the Uda River
This stunning path of cherry trees is perfect for a leisurely stroll or bike ride, stretching 2 kilometers along the…
Ohara’s Weeping Cherry Tree at Gokuraku-ji Temple
This weeping cherry tree is located in the precincts of Gokuraku-ji Temple in Ohara, Uda City, Nara Prefecture. It is…
Historical Museum of Medicine ‘Kusuri-no-Yakata’
This museum shows the history of the pharmaceutical industry developed in Ouda. It is the former Hosokawa family residence, estimated…
Morino Medicinal Herb Garden
Known as one of Japan’s oldest private medicinal herb gardens, this garden was first opened in 1729 by Tosuke Morino,…
Sumisaka Shrine
Sumisaka Shrine is known as Japan's oldest shrine dedicated to the deity of health. According to Japan’s oldest existing historical…
Lake Murou
Lake Murou, where the Murou Dam is located, is an excellent place to enjoy cycling and hiking throughout the four…
Aoba no Taki Waterfall & Seiyo-ji Temple
This mysterious waterfall cascades from a forest behind Seiyo-ji Temple in Uda City, which had long been a place for…
Yatagarasu Shrine
This shrine enshrines Yatagarasu, a legendary three-legged crow, and is associated with the first emperor of Japan, Jimmu. Legend has…
Mikumari Zakura Cherry Trees
100 cherry trees known as “Mikumari Zakura” or Mikumari Cherry Trees are planted along the riverbank near the Udano Mikumari…
World Maple Park ‘Hirara’
Used to be an elementary school, this beautifully restored old schoolhouse has been revived as a library, café, and art…
Torimiyama Park
Throughout the year, there is always something to see in this natural park: thousands of azaleas in early summer and…
Butsuryu-ji Temple
This temple is widely believed to have been founded in the year 850 by Kenne, a notable disciple of Kukai,…
Uda-Matsuyama Historic Townscape
This area has prospered as a critical junction point between Kyoto, Nara, and Ise for 500 years, and was originally…
Ryuketsu Shrine
Located just up the road from Murou-ji Temple, this sacred shrine is known as one of the most mysterious and…
Murou-ji Temple
A unique temple known as the “Nyonin-Koya” or “Women’s Koya” that has a history of progressive values towards women Located…
Ono-ji Temple
This temple is renowned for two very impressive 300-year-old shidare-zakura weeping cherry blossom trees, as well as 10 other trees…
Murou Art Forest
Located about a five-minute drive from the renowned Murou-ji Temple, this delightful open-air museum features a collection of art installations…
