Asuka

Asuka spans 24 square kilometers across rolling hills and terraced rice fields, featuring numerous archaeological sites and traditional Buddhist temples throughout the landscape.

The village served as Japan's imperial capital during the Asuka period from 538 to 710 AD, marking the beginning of structured Japanese government and Buddhist influence.

The Ishibutai Kofun presents a massive stone burial chamber weighing 75 tons, demonstrating the advanced engineering capabilities of sixth-century Japanese builders.

Visitors can access the village via Kintetsu Railway's Yoshino Line, with rental bicycles available at Asuka Station for exploring the archaeological sites.

Local regulations maintain strict control over construction activities to preserve archaeological remains beneath the soil, resulting in unchanged agricultural landscapes.

Location: Takaichi district

Inception: July 3, 1956

Website: https://asukamura.jp/

Shares border with: Sakurai, Kashihara, Takatori, Yoshino

Website: https://asukamura.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.47131,135.82072

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:37