Yu Nakagawa Honten

Nara


Nara's famed 300-year-old linen producer now creates beautiful bags, pouches and scarves out of natural materials, subtly adorned with traditional motifs. It's easy to miss, with no obvious sign; look for the building fronted by wooden lattice.

It also runs Nipponichi, which sells less expensive tea towels and totes with cute Nara-themed designs (lots of deer).


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Nearby Nara attractions

1. Abeno Harukas Art Museum

18.13 MILES

This state-of-the art museum inside Abeno Harukas hosts temporary shows that vary wildly, including, so far, Renaissance painting and tantric Buddhist…