The Nara National Museum is an art museum that exhibits numerous valuable artworks, including Japan's national treasures and important cultural properties. Located around Nishinokyo-cho, Nara City, it mainly displays cultural assets from the Nara period to the medieval period. Visitors can view a wealth of exhibits such as Buddhist statues and ornaments from the Nara period and screens and paintings from the medieval period. The majority of exhibits have been designated as national treasures or important cultural properties, making it a valuable place to learn about Japan's history and culture.

In particular, there are famous exhibits such as the wooden Buddhist statues from the Great Buddha Hall of Todai-ji Temple, which was built in the Nara period, and the murals from the Horyu-ji Temple Kondo Hall, which is the center of the Kofuku-ji Temple. Special exhibitions are also held periodically, so visitors can make new discoveries every time they visit.

The admission fee is 520 yen for adults, and discounts are available for students and those aged 65 and over. An annual passport is also available for purchase, allowing multiple visits.

The Nara National Museum is located in Nara City and can be accessed by bus or taxi from JR Nara Station. Combining a visit to the museum with other tourist spots such as Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, and Kofuku-ji Temple is also recommended.