Deer Delight In Nara

When traveling to Nara in Japan, feeding the deer is a must-do activity.

Nara Park, filled with cute and enthusiastic deer, is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. The deer will approach tourists, making feeding them a great pleasure. This activity is not limited by the season, so you can visit Nara Park all year round.

Anyone planning a trip to Japan should not miss the opportunity to feed the Nara deer. This activity is great for the whole family to experience!

The main place to feed the deer is Nara Park, which covers a vast area of 660 hectares and is home to many historical and cultural heritage buildings.

The park is also the main habitat for Nara deer, who can freely roam around.

Before feeding the deer, make sure to put away your belongings so that the deer do not accidentally eat them. It’s also important not to expose the Shika-senbei , as this may cause the deer to chase you and eat them all at once.

Avoid holding onto the Shika-senbei without giving them to the deer, as this may upset them and lead to being bumped or bitten.

Here are some notes on feeding the deer in Nara:

1. Children should feed the deer with their parents.

2. Do not tease the deer. If you have food, give it to them; if not, don’t pretend to have it as this may anger them.

3. Show your open hands to signal that you have no more food.

4. Do not force the deer to take a picture or put your arms around them, as this may also anger them.

5. Only feed the Shika-senbei, which can be purchased from stalls along shopping streets. Do not feed them other things.

6. Pay attention to other deer around you when feeding.

7. Hide the Shika-senbei before feeding and then show them generously all at once.

8. Break the Shika-senbei into small slices and feed carefully (but not too small as they may bite your fingers).

9. When finished feeding, spread your hands to show that there are no more Shika-senbei (so that the deer will retreat).

10. Please do not leave any garbage behind, such as wrapping paper or plastic bags, as this may cause the deer to accidentally eat them.