Within minutes of arriving, I spotted two sika deer casually lounging in the city centre, unfazed by the hundreds of commuters rushing past. It was my first glimpse of the famous ‘Nara deer’.

NARA--Authorities here are reeling from allegations an animal protection group is so negligent in caring for the city’s famous wild deer beloved by visitors to Nara Park that some had died of ...

Spot sambar deer alongside the iconic tigers in this famous park, known for its stunning landscape and ancient ruins. A haven for deer, Nagarhole combines lush forests with a diverse range of ...

As peckish deer chase delighted tourists in Japan\'s temple-dotted Nara Park, a quiet but dedicated team of litter-pickers patrols the stone paths, collecting plastic waste that threatens the animals\ ...

where photo-hungry crowds have been accused of pestering the famous geisha, there have been unwelcome consequences. Tourists are allowed to feed the deer only special rice crackers sold in Nara ...