Asukamura NARA Tour Osaka Departure

Overview

This tour visits Asuka Village in Nara Prefecture, approximately one hour from Namba, Osaka.
Historical sites from the Asuka period (550-710 CE) still remain in the area.

Meeting place

Please come to the East Gates.

Route

1

Asuka Rental Bicycle Shop

Rent electric bicycles at the bike rental shop adjacent to Asuka Station. The electric-assist system allows you to enjoy cycling and the scenery with plenty of energy to spare.
2

Tachibana Temple

The date of its founding is unknown. It is said to be the birthplace of Prince Shotoku, and one of the seven temples built by Prince Shotoku in the 8th century. In the 8th century, it was a large temple with 66 halls, arranged in the Shitennoji style. Today, only a few halls remain, including the main hall (Taishiden), which was rebuilt in the Edo period. A seated statue of Prince Shotoku from the Muromachi period (Important Cultural Property) and an attractive statue of Nyoirin Kannon (Goddess of Mercy) can also be seen.
3

Okadera Temple

According to temple legend, Oka-dera Temple was founded approximately 1,300 years ago, and was built by monk Gien at the behest of Emperor Tenchi. The name "Ryuugai-ji" is said to have come from the fact that the monk Gien, with his legal power, was able to contain an evil dragon that was destroying the land of Asuka and tormenting the farmers by covering it with a large stone and reforming it.

Details

Location Osaka
Languages English
Max participants Up to 10 people
Activity duration About 7 hours

Things to know

Please wear comfortable clothing.

Keywords

Beautiful Scenery
History