Nara

City Overview

Nara Prefecture was developed as a political and cultural center during the Nara period, with Heijokyo. Many historical monuments remain, including Todai-ji, Hōryū-ji, Kōfuku-ji, and Kasugai-sha, which are listed as World Heritage Sites. Hōryū-ji in particular now conveys the technology and culture of the Asuka period as the world's oldest wooden structure. Nara Park is home to deer and is a familiar tourist attraction. The tradition of fine arts and crafts is also deep, as represented by the Tōdai-ji Shōkura-in Gomono, and the Nara brush and Nara ink are known. In the food culture, persimmon leaf sushi and Naraku are famous as specialty products. On the industrial side, the manufacture of socks and other items is thriving.

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Demographics

1,315,207
610,533

Major Industries

Industrial: Sock production ranks first in the nation, toothbrushes and plastic sandal shipments rank second in the nation, and the pharmaceutical industry has been developing since ancient times.
Agriculture: Agricultural products such as persimmon and strawberries and tea are produced, and the Fuyu persimmon in particular is famous throughout the country.
Service trade: There are many structures listed as a World Cultural Heritage site, such as Todaiji, Hōryuji, Kōfuku-ji, and Kasugai-sha, which attract many tourists from Japan and abroad.

Local Products

Sanwa Somen, Naraku, Persimmon Leaf Sushi, Chagayu, Asuka Onna, Inari Sushi, Hinohikari, Persimmon, Kanpachi, Nara Nopai, Kukumochi, Yamato Mana Boiled Soaking, Nara Chai, Takayama Chosen, Nara Brush, Nara Ink, Red Crash, deer corner construction, Nara dan fan, Nara bleach, wooden lanterns
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