Discover Nara’s ancient heart in the Asuka and Fujiwara regions, where Japan’s early history still breathes after 1,400 years.

Wander peaceful countryside, explore former imperial sites, and encounter temples and burial mounds that shaped the nation.

If you seek authentic Japan—quiet, historic, and deeply spiritual—this is the place.

Let's step into the roots of Japanese culture.

Uncover the Soul of

Ancient Japan

Why This Area Matters

in Japanese History

With over 1,300 years of history, the ancient capital of Nara is a treasure trove of Japan’s cultural heritage. Surrounded by World Heritage Sites, the city is home to countless national treasures, important cultural properties, and awe-inspiring Buddhist temples and statues — all preserving the spirit of ancient Japan.

Among Nara Prefecture’s many historic areas, the Asuka and Fujiwara region (now Kashihara) is especially significant. Known as the “birthplace of Japan,” its rich history stretches back more than 1,400 years. Far from the noise of modern cities, this peaceful land is filled with natural beauty and ancient wonder — a place where the mysteries of the past still linger in the air.

You’ve arrived in the heart of Japan’s soul. Welcome.

Nara Park: A young deer standing on a forest floor with tree roots and a mossy old brick wall behind it, surrounded by green trees and foliage.

Nara, Asuka
Fujiawra

A weathered wooden sculpture of a fierce warrior or deity with an intense expression, pointing with one hand and holding a curved weapon in the other, surrounded by large wooden pillars in a traditional setting.

About DN

A stone statue of a person holding an object, standing among lush greenery with tall trees in the background. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a bright spot near the top right.

Destinations

A traditional wooden Buddhist shrine with a painted statue of a deity or monk inside, surrounded by intricate woodwork and gold accents.

Tours

A stone statue of a monk holding a hat, surrounded by potted plants and orange autumn leaves, with the ground covered in small gravel and a paving stone.

Which destination

attracts you?

Nara Prefecture is a land of many faces — each area a world of its own, each moment a quiet discovery.

Wander from ancient temple paths to misty hillsides, from timeless villages to sacred shrines where history lingers in the air.
As the scenery shifts, so does the spirit — gentle, powerful, serene.
No two places are the same, and each one leaves a trace on the soul.

In Nara, every step tells a story.

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