• Asuka Historical Museum - Asuka is a treasure trove for archaeologists, with ongoing excavations revealing stunning ancient artifacts. These can be explored at the temple, the Asuka History Museum, or the folk museum within the Asuka Historical Park.
• Asuka-dera - The Asuka-dera Buddhist temple, though somewhat secluded and modest, is a must-visit. It once served as an imperial palace. Visitors can receive a tablet to explore the area in 3D, offering a glimpse into the past with the buildings of the former Imperial Palace. It is truly beautiful!

In terms of historical marvels, the great Buddha from that era remains impressive. Dating back to 609, it is over 1400 years old and is the oldest bronze Buddha in Japan.

• Asukaike Workshop Ruins - Visitors can pause at the site of a 7th-century imperial workshop that has been uncovered.
• The Legendary Site of Asuka Itabuki Miya - The Itabuki Imperial Palace, dating from the 7th century, now offers a view of its remnants amidst the fields.
• Asuka-mura - Today, Asuka is a thriving village with 5,620 residents. It is conveniently located near neighboring towns, where farmers and urban dwellers seeking a better quality of life coexist. The village proudly showcases its historical heritage, with town planning that respects the Edo period (1600-1868) ambiance. Visitors can also enjoy shopping and dining here.
• Ishibutai Tomb - A short distance away is the historic park of Asuka, featuring its highlight, the Ishibutai, a stone mound that serves as the tomb of a nobleman from the era, Soga no Umako.
• Takamatsuzuka Tomb - The Takamatsuzuka kofun, dating from the late 7th century, is the tomb of a nobleman from that time. It boasts magnificent murals depicting life from that era. These frescoes are replicated in the nearby Takamatsuzuka wall museum, which is open for visits.

• Entrance fees
• Guide fees (transports, lunch and entrance fees)
• Certified Guide

• Lunch
• History Museum of Asuka (350 JPY/person)
• Ishibutai (350 JPY/person)
• Buses in Asuka (less than 1000 JPY/person/day)
• Asuka-dera (350 JPY/person)

Join us on a journey to Asuka, a village nestled in the heart of Nara, rich with Japan’s early historical heritage.

Explore ancient Japan, the Yamato period, with its historic capitals (notably from the 6th and 7th centuries) and various sites that showcase life from that era.

Asuka is home to 5,620 residents. We will stroll through the village, admiring the Edo period architecture (16th-19th centuries).

Your guide will lead you to the upcoming UNESCO World Heritage Site, “Asuka-Fujiwara: Archaeological Sites of the Ancient Capitals of Japan” (anticipated for 2026). We will visit the Asuka-dera temple (596), which houses Japan’s oldest Buddha (606). Our journey will take us to Itabuki Palace, the remnants of an ancient imperial palace, and then to Ishibutai, a nobleman’s tomb from the seventh century.

By the end of the day, you will have gained insights into Japan’s protohistory and rejuvenated amidst nature. Are you ready to join us? We look forward to welcoming you!

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