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Nara

Nara, the "Birthplace of Japan," boasts over 1,300 years of rich history and numerous traces of the lives of ancient peoples, making it a unique destination for those seeking to experience the authentic Japan. The city offers a compact convention environment, with convention facilities, accommodation, and banquet halls concentrated within a 3km radius of major stations. Additionally, UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Todaiji Temple and the Former Site of the Heijokyu Imperial Palace are situated within walking distance, making it a favored destination for global events. Furthermore, the Nara Prefectural Convention Center, with a capacity of 2,000, and international luxury brand hotels have opened, further enhancing the city's capacity to host MICE events. Nara offers comprehensive support service for associations and event planners.

Access

Kansai International Airport> Nara City: Approx. 85 min. by limousine bus*1
Itami Airport> Nara City: Approx. 60 min. by limousine bus*1
*1 Buses of both routes stop at Nara Prefectural Convention Center
Tokyo Station> Kintetsu Nara Station: 190 min. by train*2
*2 Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station then take the Kintetsu Limited Express to Kintetsu Nara Station.
Tokyo Station> JR Nara Station: 190 min. by train*3
*3 Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station then take the JR Miyakoji Rapid Service to JR Nara Station.

Venues overview

	Facility	Rooms
Hotel	N/A	N/A
Ryokan	N/A	N/A
Total	162	5,159

Contact

Nara Visitors Bureau

3F Nara Visitor Center & Inn, 3 Ikeno-cho, Nara 630-8361, Japan
See the map
+81-742-23-8288
https://nvb.nara-kankou.or.jp/en/
Contact Us

Pre-/Post-Convention Programs

Gagaku
Ancient imperial court music and dances that have been performed at the Imperial Court in Japan for over 1,400 years, one of the best performances to taste the authentic Japanese culture.
Shikayose (Deer Calling)
A seasonal tradition dating back to ancient Nara in which a horn is played to attract deer to Tobihino in Nara Park to be fed.

Support Programs for Convention

Support for bidding process
Category	Type of Support	Availability
Site inspection	Arranging an inspection trip for site selection	Yes
Support for hosting/preparation
Category	Type of Support	Availability
PR	Support for encouraging participation in the event	Yes
PR	Supporting other PR activities	Yes
Conference and event preparation	Providing information on PCOs, travel agencies and event management companies	Yes
	Providing information on reception venues (including unique venues)	Yes
	Providing information on related programs (local attractions, traditional performing arts, post-convention programs, sightseeing and hands-on experiences with Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants)	Yes
	Providing tourism information	Yes
Conference and event operation	Arranging reception venues (including unique venues)	Yes
	Arranging volunteers	Yes
	Setting up an information desk	Yes
	Providing maps/guidebooks for participants	Yes
	Arranging shuttle buses	Yes
	Providing convention bags	Yes
Hospitality	Welcome posters and digital signage	Yes
	Welcome message by the head of the local government	Yes
	Providing discount tickets to tourist facilities	N/A
	Providing discounts on public transportation	N/A
	Dispatching tourism ambassadors	N/A
Related programs	Making arrangements for attractions and traditional performing arts	Yes
	Making arrangements for post-convention programs	Yes
	Making arrangements for sightseeing and hands-on experiences of Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants	Yes
	Arranging tour interpreters and guides	Yes

Support Programs for Incentive Travel

Support for Planning Incentive Travel
Type of Support	Availability
Site inspection support (provision of accommodation, food, tourist activities)	N/A
Creation of draft proposals, providing information	Yes
Financial and Logistical Support for Incentive Travel
Type of Support	Availability
Accommodation	N/A
Airport transfer services	N/A
Welcome banners	N/A
Chartered transport (e.g. coaches)	N/A
Prepaid cards for public transport	N/A
Venues (MICE facilities, unique venues)	N/A
Event management services	N/A
Recruiting volunteers to assist at events	N/A
Excursions, technical visits etc.	Yes
Attractions, entertainment etc.	Yes
Experience programs	Yes
Local cuisine, traditional cuisine	Yes
Greeting at airport or station	N/A
Greeting or welcome letter from local government head	N/A
Travel brochures	Yes
Discount coupons	N/A
Giveaways	Yes