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Kashihara Ancient Capital
橿原古都Nara · Kansai
Kashihara is known as Japan's first ancient capital, featuring the ruins of Fujiwara-kyo, which served as the capital during the Asuka period. Visitors can explore the historical significance of this site, including ancient temples and burial mounds that reflect the early development of Japanese civilization.
- Best season
- Spring
- Spring, when cherry blossoms bloom
- Crowd level
- Popular
- Rating
- 4.5· 8,075 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily Open 24 hours
- Admission
- Free public historic site/flower field per Kashihara City official site.
- Nearest station
- Yaginishiguchi Station · 3 min walk
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
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Open 24 hoursFreeStored weekly hours
Daily Open 24 hours
How to get there
From Shin-Osaka Station · ~52 min by car
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