Nara park Todai-ji Temple Kasugataisha shrine Deer as messenger of GOD

Few foreign people are in Nara park. Nara is in tough situation due to COVID-19. I hope that things return to normal as soon as possible.

The view from the gate of Todai-ji is superb! Deer as messenger of GOD are looking forward to meeting you! Please by all means, come to Japan.

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