People from all around the world are embarking on an era dubbed the"Era of Great Exchange." More and more people are becoming global citizens, more reluctant to have children. These people travel more frequently and more freely across an increasingly borderless world. These individuals are less burdened by responsibility that generations in the past have come to known.

Under these circumstances, it is a significant that Nara Prefecture realizes a vigorous and active local community suited to a gregarious gathering of people.

"The Nara Prefecture Spirit of Hospitality Council" comprising representatives made up of local inhabitants, business organizations and local government has therefore been established in order to foster “The Spirit of Hospitality.” This is a Nara Prefecture citizen’s movement.

Fostering the "Spirit of Hospitality" will be a continuous effort. Ranging from casual greetings to paying attention to the small details of every day life, the aim is to change people’s senses and actions.

Fortunately, Nara Prefecture will be hosting the Commemorative Events of the 1300th Anniversary of Nara Heijo-kyo Capital, as a national event. A large number of people from both inside and outside Nara Prefecture will be involved in these events.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to improve Nara Prefecture's image. Fostering the "The Spirit of Hospitality", events associated with the 1300th anniversary of Nara Heijo-kyo Capital will be the the eventual forcus of our efforts

*The Commemorative Events of the 1300th Anniversary of Nara Heijo-kyo Capital