Things to do in Ikaruga

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Ikaruga which includes a garden and wildflowers
Hokiji Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, heritage elements and a park
Hokiji Temple featuring a pond and a garden
Hokiji Temple featuring wildflowers and a park
Hokiji Temple featuring wildflowers and a garden

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Horyu-ji Temple

Horyu-ji Temple

After visiting Horyu-ji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Horyu-ji Temple
Horyuji I Center which includes interior views

Horyuji I Center

Enjoy an outing to Horyuji I Center during your stay in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Horyuji I Center
Chuguji Temple showing heritage elements and a temple or place of worship

Chuguji Temple

Chuguji Temple is just one of the places to see in Ikaruga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Chuguji Temple
Hokiji Temple showing a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

Hokiji Temple

After visiting Hokiji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Hokiji Temple
Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center

Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center during your travels in Ikaruga. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center
Tatsuta Shrine featuring heritage elements and a temple or place of worship

Tatsuta Shrine

Tatsuta Shrine is just one of the places to see in Ikaruga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this walkable area.

Tatsuta Shrine

Kichidenji Temple

After visiting Kichidenji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ikaruga. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Kichidenji Temple

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Tatsuta Shrine which includes heritage elements and a park

Tatsuta

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tatsuta and surrounding area, you can visit Nara Kenko Land and Ikaruga Cultural Asset Center.

Tatsuta

Popular day trips from Ikaruga

A gate at Kōriyama Castle in the city of Yamatokōriyama, Nara Prefecture, Japan

Yamatokoriyama

Photo "Heguri" by kasshy (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by kasshy (CC BY-SA)

Heguri

Ikoma

Ikoma

Frequently asked questions

Is Ikaruga worth visiting?
Ikaruga offers an interesting mix of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into nature, history or traditional cuisine, there's a lot here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Ikaruga?
When you've checked off leading attractions like Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore, spend some time exploring the retail and food scene in Ikaruga.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ikaruga?
Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore is ranked the top tourist attraction near Ikaruga, so don't leave without paying it a visit.
Is three days enough to stay in Ikaruga?
With a three-day break in Ikaruga, it'll be easy to visit the area's many fabulous sights, such as Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore and Matsuo-dera Temple.
Is Ikaruga a walkable neighborhood?
You'll find Ikaruga easy to navigate on foot, with unmissable sights like Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore and Matsuo-dera Temple both within walking distance. Well-known neighborhoods like Ikoma District and Kitakatsuragi District are also located only 3 kilometers and 5 kilometers from the center of Ikaruga, so you can easily extend your adventure — no wheels required.
What are some activities to do in Ikaruga with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Ikaruga with kids.

What to do in Ikaruga for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or thrill seeker, there are loads of things to do in Ikaruga for adults including Yamatoji Heguri Road Station.
Are there free things to do in Ikaruga?
It's easy to find free things to do in Ikaruga. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll tell you about places and activities you can enjoy at no charge. An excellent free option for your itinerary is Chuguji Temple.