Menfudo Shonyudo

About

A hidden cave in nara with a thrilling trolley ride and ghibli-like scenery

Why go

• Feels like stepping into old japan
• Feels like stepping into another world
• Natural cooling effect in summer

Must try

• Ride the monorail called dorokko
• Explore the stalactites
• Handmade rice dumplings

Pro tips

• Cave maintains a cool 8°c year-round
• Park at the free lot near the monorail
• Return trip can be done by walking

Good to know

• Be careful driving in winter, need snow tires/4WD
• Slippery when wet after rain

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Rating

4.2 / 5 (437 reviews)

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