We visit Nara which is about a 45 minute train ride from Kyoto. Nara is a fascinating city with much to see. We saw Todaiji (the "Great Eastern Temple"), lots of free roaming tame deer, the oldest house in Nara, and had a great Japanese meal.
More info on Nara:
http://japan-guide.com/e/e4100.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nara%2C_Nara
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