Geographical Features

Located in the north-central part of Nara Prefecture and the east- central part of the Nara Basin. The Meihan National Highway, which connects the Hanshin Area with Chukyo, and the Nishi Meihan Expressway run through the northernmost part of the city. To the south is the Keinawa Expressway, which runs toward Wakayama. In addition, with the JR Manyo Mahoroba line, which runs from north to south and the Kintetsu line, which runs west, Tenri is a key hub of transportation.

Main Industries

Manufacturing industry (Electronic parts、Foamed plastics)
Agriculture (Strawberries, Tomatoes, Spinach)

Special Products

Wooden religious objects、Persimmon、Sliding door handles
Flower charcoal、Mosquito netting

Symbols

City tree: Gingko
City flower: Japanese plum

Number of Visitors

Total 2,293thousand (2024)

Official website

http://www.city.tenri.nara.jp/