▲ ▼Ikomayama Amusement Park (approximately 2 hours, free time, free admission) Kansai's hidden version of the aerial bicycle! Centennial Amusement Park is free to enter. The most popular rides include: aerial monorail, panda crane, flying tower, go-kart, mini golf, etc. Whether you want to challenge the aerial monorail, experience the speed of go-kart, or want to enjoy the romantic scenery on the observation deck, here you can meet your expectations. The cost of the play items is at your own expense: you can choose to ride the equipment 12 times. Discount ticket: 3500 yen/12 times/person, and all park visitors can share one ticket~ ▼Alternative option when Ikomayama Amusement Park is temporarily closed: Hirakata Park
▲ Mount Wakakusa: Pastoral scenery of deer grazing. Mount Wakakusa, at 342 meters above sea level, has a relatively flat path and is entirely covered in grass. It's also known as "Mikasa-san" (Three-Kasa Mountains) because it resembles three overlapping bamboo hats. Mount Wakakusa is famous for the "Yama-shin" festival, a traditional Nara festival held every January. From the base entrance, it's a 30-minute walk to the summit. From the summit, you can enjoy views of Nara's scenery, including Kofuku-ji Temple and Todai-ji Temple. From light hikes to Ichijūme (Ichijūme), hikes through the grasslands, challenging climbs to the summit of Mijūme, and even strolls through the vast primeval forest, a variety of hiking itineraries are available to suit your physical fitness and time.
▲ Nara Park & Mount Wakakusa Area (Approximately 4 hours, with free time and lunch included; lunch expenses are at your own expense) Nara Park is an urban park located at the foot of Mount Wakakusa in Nara City. Home to Nara's famous landmarks, such as Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, it's a must-see for any visitor to Nara. Mount Wakakusa, located near the park, offers stunning panoramic views of Nara and is the site of traditional events such as the "Wakakusa Burning of the Mountain" festival held every January. A leisurely stroll through the park is a great way to explore, and the park is home to a large herd of deer, making feeding the adorable fawns a popular attraction. The deer are known for their friendly nature, approaching visitors with deer biscuits, so beware of swarms of deer that might pounce on you.
