Asuka-dera Temple
飛鳥寺
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- 高市郡明日香村飛鳥682
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History
Asuka-dera was completed in 596 under Soga no Umako’s patronage. Most early buildings were lost in the Kamakura period; the present main hall was rebuilt in the Edo period.
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Timeline
Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.
- 596
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Explore the grounds
An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.
Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.
Landmarks on this map
Building 1
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Visiting information
Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.
Opening hours
Visiting hours are 09:00–17:30 from April through September, and 09:00–17:00 from October through March. Admission ends 15 minutes before closing.