@ Horyu Temple

History says that this temple is the oldest wooden architecture complex. (http://www.horyuji.or.jp/horyuji_e.htm)

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Photo Collection: Nara - the older capital than Kyoto

January 29th 2011
Nara (http://narashikanko.jp/en/index.html) was the very first capital of the country before Kyoto from 7th century. It takes about 40 minutes to get down there from Kyoto by train. It isn't as dynamic and exciting as Kyoto in terms of travel activity. But maybe more historic and less commercial than the new capital. It is definitely worth checking out. ... read more

Asia » Japan » Nara » Yamato

In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more

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