奈良新聞（Nara Shimbun） is a reputable news brand based in Nara Prefecture, Japan. As a regional newspaper, they focus on providing comprehensive coverage of local news, events, and cultural heritage in Nara. What sets them apart is their exceptional reporting on political reform and the excavation of cultural treasures, offering unique perspectives that other local papers do not have.

Having started their daily publication in 1946, Nara Shimbun has a long-standing history of journalistic excellence. They have received numerous accolades and awards, including the Japan Journalists Association Prize and the Sakata Memorial Journalist Overseas Training Project Award. Apart from print media, Nara Shimbun engages in various other activities.

They publish books and magazines, organize and manage events, facilitate real estate transactions, act as agents in travel arrangements, and provide broadcasting and communication services. Additionally, they are involved in renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, geothermal, and micro-hydropower generation. Moreover, Nara Shimbun publishes ならリビング (Nara Living), a tabloid-style lifestyle information newspaper targeted at homemakers.

It is distributed for free by being inserted into major daily newspapers like Asahi, Mainichi, Yomiuri, and Sankei. They also publish books, including the annual 奈良県年鑑 (Nara Prefecture Yearbook) and other cultural publications focusing on Nara's history and culture. Furthermore, Nara Shimbun actively participates in various community events and programs, promoting local culture and contributing to society.

Through their website and the operation of ならリビング. com, they disseminate up-to-date news, events, and tourist information. Overall, with their commitment to quality reporting and community engagement, Nara Shimbun remains an influential and trusted news brand in Nara Prefecture