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Meet Friendly Bowing Deer
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Shannon Thomson

Meet Nara’s most famous locals, aka the friendly deer that freely roam the park and bow. Grab a pack of special deer crackers (about ¥200), and you might just get a polite bow in exchange for a snack. They’re adorable and the true stars of the city.

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