The Capital Relocation to Nara: From “Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara” to Heijo
Heijokyu Izanaikan Museum · Special Exhibition Room · Nara · –
Key facts
- Dates
- Sep 19 to Nov 29, 2026
- Venue
- Heijokyu Izanaikan Museum · Nara Palace Site · Nara · 3-5-1 Nijō-ōji-minami, Nara 630-8012 (Suzaku-mon Hiroba Square, Nara Palace Site Historical Park)
- Opening hours
- 9:00–17:00
- Closed
- Monday, Nov 9.
- Admission
- Free admission free
- Highlights
- The Nara period began when Empress Genmei proclaimed the move of the capital to Heijō-kyō in 710.
The Nara period began when Empress Genmei proclaimed the move of the capital to Heijō-kyō in 710. The new capital eagerly took up knowledge and techniques from the continent, above all Tang China, while carrying on the culture and traditions formed in the earlier capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara. Marking the new World Heritage inscription of the Asuka-Fujiwara capitals, the Nara National Research Institute for Cultural Properties shows about 50 archaeological items (as planned) excavated at Heijō Palace and Heijō-kyō that relate to palaces and temples of the Asuka and Fujiwara area, to show how the move was carried out. They include Fujiwara-palace-style eave tiles from Heijō Palace, a Sue-ware vessel with an ink inscription, and an incised Sue-ware jar from the site of the Sake Brewing Office.
Exhibition information
Plan your visit
- Opening hours
- 9:00–17:00 Last admission 16:30.
- Closed
- Monday, Nov 9.
- Closed during the exhibition
- Admission
- Free admission ¥0
- Reservation
- Free; no booking needed.
- Address
- 3-5-1 Nijō-ōji-minami, Nara 630-8012 (Suzaku-mon Hiroba Square, Nara Palace Site Historical Park)
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Questions
How much is admission to The Capital Relocation to Nara: From “Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara” to Heijo?
Free admission free.
When is The Capital Relocation to Nara: From “Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara” to Heijo on?
Sep 19 to Nov 29, 2026.
What are the opening hours of The Capital Relocation to Nara: From “Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara” to Heijo?
Open 9:00–17:00. Last admission 16:30. Closed: Monday, Nov 9.
Is there an audio guide for The Capital Relocation to Nara: From “Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara” to Heijo?
GUAN has no guide for this exhibition; dates and visiting information are on this page.
Sources for this page
- Official exhibition page · www.nabunken.go.jp Information verified
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- Official exhibition page · www.heijo-park.jp Information verified
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