The term Temple City of Japan is composed of two cities, Nara and Kyoto. Nara is a city located in the Nara Prefecture of Japan and is known for its many temples and shrines. It was the capital of Japan from 710 to 784 and is home to some of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in the country. Kyoto is the former imperial capital of Japan and is located in the Kansai region of the country. It is also known for its many temples and shrines, and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan.