Ikaruga Town

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Ikaruga Town, in the northwestern Nara Basin, is a historical town where Japanese Buddhist culture flourished, home to the World Heritage "Horyu-ji Temple" established by Prince Shotoku. Dotted with temples strongly retaining ancient appearances like Horyu-ji (with the world's oldest wooden structures), Hokki-ji (with its beautiful five-storied pagoda), and Horin-ji. Surrounded by peaceful rural landscapes, renting a bicycle to tour historical spots is extremely popular with international travelers. This town, where deep history since Japan's Asuka period harmonizes with quiet satoyama scenery, is ideal for those wanting to leisurely trace the origins of Japanese spirituality.

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A scenery Witch has not changed in 1400 years The town that Prince Shotoku loved

A scenery Witch has not changed in 1400 years The town that Prince Shotoku loved

Ikaruga Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tourism Committee

Ikaruga Town

Address
1-8-25 Horyuji, Ikaruga-cho, Ikoma-gun, Nara
Website
https://ikaruga-kanko.com/
Operator
Ikaruga Town Tourism Association Horyuji i-Center

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Horyu-ji Temple
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Horyu-ji Temple

Horyu-ji Temple in Ikaruga Town was founded by Prince Shotoku in the 7th century and is Japan's first UNESCO World Heritage site. The Kondo (Main Hall) and Five-Storied Pagoda in the Western Precinct are the oldest surviving wooden structures in the world, treasures of humanity that have been preserved for over 1,400 years. The vast grounds house approximately 3,000 National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties, such as the Kudara Kannon statue and the Tamamushi Shrine, making it a "living history museum." Its architecture and art, reflecting a unique style merged from Western and Asian influences, tell the story of Japan's...

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