Japan's first Capital
Asuka, located in Nara Prefecture, is a historically rich village known as Japan’s first capital. The area is dotted with ancient burial mounds, stone monuments, and temples that reflect the origins of Japanese civilization. Key sites include the Ishibutai Kofun and Asukadera Temple, one of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples. Asuka offers a quiet, countryside setting where visitors can walk or cycle through Japan’s early history.
