Brief description: the largest Shinto temple in Nara that, located in one of the most remote areas of the park, may go unnoticed. As it remains an active temple you may find religious ceremonies during your visit. But the most beautiful thing of Kasuga are its ceiling and the over 300 lanterns hanging from it, forming authentic avenues of lights. They are lit up simultaneously only twice a year: at the beginning of February during Setsubun Mantoro (February 3rd from 18.00 to 20.30) and during Obon Mantoro (14th and 15th of August between 19.00 and 21.30). If you go during this time of the year, postpone the visit to the afternoon so that you can see the lanterns on. No doubt you will admire the beauty of a unique and magical atmosphere.
- Duration of visit: 30 min.
- Cost: 500¥
- Opening times: open from 9.00-16.00
- How to get there: follow the indications on the map (a 20-min. walk from Todaiji).
