Because of this legend, deer were thought of as sacred animals--the helpers of gods--and have been carefully protected for many years. Even today, Nara's deer are carefully protected as natural monuments.
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Even though there are many things to see and do in Nara Park, feeding the deer is definitely a highlight and one of my favourite experiences in Japan. After buying a package of special deer crackers from one of the vendors in the park, we walked around looking for some deer to feed.
I always imagined deers to be too uptight and ready to flee upon sensing the presence of people, but these deers made me appreciate them up close, so friendly. Be careful though feeding them, because once a deer gets a piece of acorn or deer food, the rest would gang up on you, crazy.
In 2006 after 45 years, Nara Dreamland closed its doors due to dwindling numbers of visitors, likely due to the growing popularity of Tokyo Disneyland . Today the abandoned park has decayed from weather, weeds, and as to be expected has been visited by a few thieves and vandals.