Takatori Castle, Takatori
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Takatori Castle was a 14th-century Japanese castle, now in ruins, in Takatori, Nara Prefecture. ()
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Nearby attractions include: Kimpusen-ji, Mount Amanokagu, Tanzan Shrine, Asuka-dera.
Historical place, Sacred and religious sites, TempleKimpusen-ji, Yoshino
116 min walk • Nestled in the sacred mountains of Yoshino, Japan, Kimpusen-ji Temple stands as a beacon of spiritual significance and architectural beauty. As one of the largest wooden structures in Japan, this ancient temple is a testament to the religious heritage and craftsmanship...
MountainMount Amanokagu, Kashihara
118 min walk • Mount Amanokagu, nestled in the city of Kashihara, Japan, is a site steeped in historical significance and natural beauty. While it may not boast the same international fame as the Eiffel Tower, Mount Amanokagu offers visitors a tranquil escape and a glimpse into...
Historical Shinto landmark in a forestTanzan Shrine, Sakurai
82 min walk • Tanzan Shrine, also known as the Danzan Shrine, the Tōnomine Shrine and the Tōnomine Temple, is a Shinto shrine in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture, Japan.
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sitesAsuka-dera, Asuka
88 min walk • Asuka-dera, also known as Hōkō-ji, is a Buddhist temple in Asuka, Nara. Asuka-dera is regarded as one of the oldest temples in Japan.
Museum, Specialty museum, History museumNara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture, Asuka
85 min walk • The Nara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture is a museum located in Asuka Village, Nara Prefecture in Japan. It is dedicated to the Man'yōshū, an 8th-century anthology of waka poetry. Its honorary director is Susumu Nakanishi.
ParkAsuka Historical National Government Park, Asuka
73 min walk • Asuka Historical National Government Park is a National Government Park established in Asuka, Nara Prefecture, Japan in 1974.
Sacred and religious sites, TempleKashihara Shrine, Kashihara
115 min walk • The Kashihara Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Kashihara, Nara Prefecture, Japan. The Shrine was built in 2 April 1890 at the site of the Kashihara-gū, where Japan's first Emperor, Emperor Jimmu, is said to have acceded to the throne on 11 February 660 BCE.
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sitesTachibana-dera, Asuka
73 min walk • Tachibana-dera is a Buddhist temple in Asuka, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It is affiliated with Tendai Buddhism. According to legend, it was founded by Prince Shōtoku.
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sitesOka-dera, Asuka
75 min walk • Oka-dera is a major Buddhist temple in the historic Asuka area of Nara Prefecture, Japan. Its formal name is Ryūgai-ji and is associated with the Shingon-Buzan sect. It was founded by Priest Gien during the 7th century, and is the 7th temple on the Kansai Kannon Pilgrimage. The statue of Gien is one of the national treasures of Japan.
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sitesKōgen-ji, Asuka
96 min walk • Kōgen-ji is a Buddhist temple in Asuka, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It is affiliated with Jōdo Shinshū Buddhism.
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museumAsuka Historical Museum, Asuka
97 min walk • The Asuka Historical Museum is a historical museum in Okuyama, Asuka, Nara Prefecture, Japan. The museum was founded in 1975 and is a unit of the Nara National Research Institute for Cultural Properties.
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