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ASUKA！Memorable tour in the foundation Area of Japan
ASUKA is the foundation area of Japan where the first permanent capital was established in AD694, about 20 kilometers south of Nara city.
It is here where the first Japanese emperors established their capitals and many of the country's oldest shrines,temples,tombs,stone monuments and archaeological excavations can be found. Today, there are also attracts with its tranquil,rural local areas.
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Meeting Point
Kyoto station ,Nara station ,or hotels
Imaicho old town: It was selected as the Important preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings in 1993. It is about 600m east to west,about 310 m north to south. The town was so-called jinai-cho(sem-fortified compounds of a temple) since the 16th century.
Ishibutai tumulus: An ancient tomb that represents Asuka, boasting the largest horizontal stone chamber. The buried person is estimated to be the person,Soga-no-Umako, an influential leader in the beg.of the 7th century.
Oka-dera Temple: In the main hall, the seated clay statue of Noiryin Kannon Bodhisattva(Nara period, the 8th century) as the principal image of worship with a height of 4.85M.
Asuka-dera Temple: The first authentic temple in Japan that was founded in AD596. The principal of image of worship is Asuka Daibutsu(Shaka Nyorai statue), which is the oldest buddha statue in Japan,about 2.7m high. The statue was made about 170 years earlier than the Great Buddha of Todai-ji Temple in Nara.
Omiwa shrine: It has been believed to be Japan's oldest existing Shinto shrine along the Yamanobe-no-michi walking trail in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture.
Traditional food(Asuka pot dish) and Sake tasting in local breweries.
Ending Point
Kyoto station, Nara station, or hotels
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee only
transportation fee(you and guide), lunch, dinner,entrance fee
Insurance policy：No insurance.No responsibility for accidents.
Tour Important Information
Buddhism was introduced to Asuka area in Beg 6th Century , Shinto was still powerful and dominated religion at that time.
Shinto is indigenous religion of Japanese based on natures and ancestors worship.No founder nor doctrine.It is a polytheistic religion.
Buddhism is originated from the northern India and came to Japan through China and Korean peninsula in the 6th century.The founder of Buddhism is Shakamuni and the goal of teaching Buddhism is to come enlightenment. There are many schools of Buddhism, like Kegon, Pure land,Zen etc.
Though there were heated debates which religion shall be worshiped after introduction of Buddhism, both religions has been harmonized and coexisted since then.
Thus, all town in Japan, temples and shrines can been found every place individually or sometimes shrines are existed same precinct of temples.
Important message from the guide
7days are requested prior to the date of guiding.
Overtime fee: 3,000JPY/Hour
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Nara Tour Reviews
Grace A.
Nara one day tour on 22nd Oct.2019
Customized
“Nara and Ikaruga”
Takatoshi made our trip very memorable! He was kind, patient and knowledgeable. His itinerary was great and we ended the tour trying Japanese tapas style dishes pairing with Sake. I highly recommend him! Thank you very much Takatoshi! :-)
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Takatoshi T.
(29 reviews)Thank you very much for your kind review. I have also enjoyed the tour with both of you visiting places and having sake at that time. As mentioned, Nara has several cities and places to where you have to visit like Asuka etc. as for the foundation area of Japan. You are always welcome and looking forward to visiting again in Nara.
Debra R.
Kyoto, Highlight One Day Tour; Nijo Castle,Golden Pavilion,Ryoanji Temple, Nishiki Market
“Fabulous Kyoto Tour”
Takatoshi is a wonderful guide! He is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and so ready to share his love for his country and culture. We spent the day touring many sites in Kyoto and learned so much. We toured beautiful gardens and mastered the subway system. He’s totally fluent in English and our day was an enjoyable learning experience. We highly recommend him!
Takatoshi T.
(29 reviews)Dear Debra san, Thank you for your nice comment to my tour yesterday. I really appreciate it and have also enjoyed tour time with your member. Hopefully, we will see you again anywhere in this small world. I wish your safely back to your home as well as your and your family's good health and prosperity in future.
“Very great guide for discovering a bit of Japan ”
We spent one day of visit in Kyoto with Takatoshi. He knows a lot about history and the different tips along the road. We had a great English discussion about any topics. We do recommend Takatoshi who also walked with us to a really nice Sake local place. Hope to see you again in Japan
Takatoshi T.
(29 reviews)Thank you for your positive review to my tour in Kyoto. It was also nice time for me during the tour. I convince that you have spent great days in Japan , how was in Fukuoka ? Hope you had a nice time at Yakitori restaurant . I wish you and your family's prosperity in future and see you again anyplace in this small globe.