Cycling tour to experience the history of the Asuka Period in Japan
Experience Asuka Village's distinctive kofun tumuli and a turbulent tale of Japan's first beginnings as a country. Take a tour of spots beloved by your local guide, featuring an ancient atmosphere and Satoyama cycling. Asuka Village, where the unspoiled landscapes of old Japan live on, is also the birthplace of Prince Shotoku, a "superstar" of ancient times. He launched the Taika era in 645, marking the transition to the modern nengo system of Japanese era names, and the events that prompted the famous Taika Reforms occurred here as well. In these ways, this is the "area where Japan began." In fact, the Emperor's title and the country name of Japan both got their start in the Asuka era!
Photos
Kengoshizuka Kofun, a restored "octagonal" mound symbolizing the ancient imperial tombs Asuka Village Commercial and Industrial Association
During the Asuka Period, the Empress Saimei became Emperor twice for the first time in history. The tombs where she rested with her daughter and granddaughter are Kengoshizuka Kofun and Koshizuka Gomon Kofun. Asuka Village Commercial and Industrial Association
The stone chambers of the Kengoshizuka and Koshizuka Gomon burial mounds can be viewed from outside the fences and doors. Asuka Village Commercial and Industrial Association
The use of electric bicycles makes it easy to climb hills. Asuka Village Commercial and Industrial Association
We will tour the historic streets of Asuka Village by electric bicycle. Asuka Village Commercial and Industrial Association
There are many ancient tombs in Asuka Village. Asuka Village Commercial and Industrial Association
Information
- Minimum Number of Passengers
- 2 participants
- Maximum Capacity
- 6 participants
- Participation Restrictions
- Must be able to ride a bicycle (height of at least 145 cm) *If accompanied by a toddler, there are bicycles with child seats available. (Toddlers free of charge)
- Meeting and Exchange Areas
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Asuka Rental Cycle, Asuka Ekimae Office (in front of Asuka Station)
13-1 Murakoshi, Asuka Village, Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture - Open Period
- Closed on certain days
- Closed Period
- Every week from Dec. 1, 2023 to Mar. 31, 2025: Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun., and national holidays
- Meeting Times and Business Hours
- 12:50
- Tour Schedule
- Meet at Asuka Rental Cycle, Asuka Ekimae Office in front of Asuka Station --- Kengoshizuka Tumulus --- Iwayayama Tumulus & Hill --- Emperor Monmu Imperial Mausoleum --- Takamatsuzuka Tumulus --- Emperor Tenmu & Empress Jito Noguchi Mausoleum --- Kameishi (Turtle Stone) --- Kawara-dera Temple & Tachibana-dera Temple --- Asuka-dera Temple (Admission) --- Ishibutai Tumulus --- Site of Asuka Palace --- Asuka Rental Cycle, Asuka Ekimae Office (in front of Asuka Station) (End)
- Required Time
- Around 3 hours
- Provision of Meals
- Meals are not provided
- Parking
- Available (Roadside station "Asuka" parking lot)
- Notes
- • Beverage - It is useful to bring a bag to leave both your hands free. • Rain gear (bring your own if necessary) • In the summer: sunscreen, long-sleeved shirts, hats, sunglasses, insect repellent • In the winter: warm clothing such as gloves, neck warmers, etc. - Be sure to wear clothing that is easy to move in.
- Related websites
- https://asuka-taiken.jp/experience002/
Map
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