Nara Tokae Lantern Festival
Nara, Japan • INR 432 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Walking required
Yes
Outdoor event in Nara Park; mostly flat, accessible paths.
Outdoor event in Nara Park; mostly flat, accessible paths.
Value for money
High
Free event, offering a magical and romantic experience.
Free event, offering a magical and romantic experience.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Ambiance
Couples found the candlelit atmosphere incredibly romantic and perfect for a date night.
Magical Setting
Visitors felt the lanterns transformed Nara Park into a truly magical and unforgettable experience.
Stunning Photos
Couples loved the picturesque scenery, making it ideal for capturing beautiful photos together.
Crowd Concerns
Travelers noted the event can get very crowded, especially on weekends and holidays.
Limited Parking
Visitors found that parking was difficult, and public transportation was necessary.
Weather Dependent
Travelers worried that severe weather could potentially lead to event cancellations.
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
-
Open
Not recommended
January
LOW
0-8°C
Cold winter weather with occasional frost, low rainfall, and crisp air. Nights can be freezing.
Cold winter weather with occasional frost, low rainfall, and crisp air. Nights can be freezing.
Closed
Nara Tokae Lantern Festival is not held in January.
Nara Tokae Lantern Festival is not held in January.
Not recommended
The festival is not available in January. This is low season for tourism in Nara, with limited outdoor events due to winter weather.
The festival is not available in January. This is low season for tourism in Nara, with limited outdoor events due to winter weather.
February
LOW
1-9°C
Cold, sometimes snowy, with brisk winds and clear days. Rain or sleet possible.
Cold, sometimes snowy, with brisk winds and clear days. Rain or sleet possible.
Closed
Nara Tokae Lantern Festival is not held in February.
Nara Tokae Lantern Festival is not held in February.
Not recommended
Festival is unavailable in February. Visitors will find Nara tranquil, but there are no lantern displays or festival events.
Festival is unavailable in February. Visitors will find Nara tranquil, but there are no lantern displays or festival events.
March
MEDIUM
3-13°C
Early spring brings cool but gradually warming days; cherry blossoms begin late March, but rain increases.
Early spring brings cool but gradually warming days; cherry blossoms begin late March, but rain increases.
Closed
Nara Tokae Lantern Festival is not held in March.
Nara Tokae Lantern Festival is not held in March.
Not recommended
No Tokae Festival in March. Nara becomes livelier with early hanami (cherry blossom viewing), but lantern displays are not present.
No Tokae Festival in March. Nara becomes livelier with early hanami (cherry blossom viewing), but lantern displays are not present.
How to get there
Train
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required