From the Seventeen-Article Constitution, where Prince Shotoku laid out his ideals, to the Taika Reform led by Prince Naka no Oe and Nakatomi no Kamatari, the turning points of history found in textbooks are etched into this very landscape.
With over 300 ancient tumuli and mysterious stone structures scattered throughout the village, a journey through these ruins offers an encounter with ancient romance that transcends time.
At the Heart of the Ancient Capitals
of Asuka-Fujiwara
Asuka Village in Nara Prefecture served as the stage for the Asuka period roughly 1,400 years ago.
Once the capital where a centralized state governed by the Ritsuryo codes was established, this land still vividly breathes the spirit of Japan’s origins.
The collaboration between Hoshino Resorts and Asuka Village began in 2016 with a partnership agreement. Over the past decade, we have deepened our bond through personnel exchanges and a shared vision.
Here, we introduce the unique, one-of-a-kind footsteps we have taken together in this extraordinary place.
A 10-Year Journey Together with Asuka Village
Writer
Satomi Watanabe
Satomi Watanabe has served as the deputy editor-in-chief of SAVVY and Amakara Techo, and as the editor-in-chief for multiple magazines. Currently, he is the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of CLasism and the Representative Director of Editing Studio XYZ. For many years, he has continued to promote the food and culture of the Kansai region through various media outlets.
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