A tranquil world echoing the elegant atmosphere of the Tenpyo culture. Enjoy a historical stroll amidst the gentle sunlight filtering through the trees and the soft breeze!
20-minute walk from Shigaraki Kogen Tetsudo/Shigaraki Line, Shigaraki-gu-ato Station Show route
Op.Hours
Open 24 hours a day
Cld.Days
Open every day
Fee
Free
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Restrooms are available at the Shigaraki Imperial Palace Ruins Exhibition Room. There is limited parking available in front of the approach.
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Overview
The Nairinoya District of the Shigaraki-gu ruins is the site of a detached palace built by Emperor Shomu in 742 AD (Tenpyo 14). After the Fujiwara no Hirotsugu Rebellion, Emperor Shomu moved to Kuni-kyo, but later decided to return to Heijo-kyo due to political reasons and disease outbreaks. However, before returning, he resided at Shigaraki and constructed this detached palace. Shigaraki-gu served not only as a base for Emperor Shomu's political activities but also played a crucial role in the construction of the Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple. However, he returned to Heijo-kyo after only three years, leaving Shigaraki-gu abandoned. Today, the Nairinoya district preserves foundation stones from the palace, allowing visitors to imagine its former grandeur. The serene environment surrounded by trees is perfect for a historical walk. Shigaraki-gu was an important historical stage during Emperor Shomu's reign and is deeply connected to the construction of the Great Buddha at Todai-ji Temple. The foundation stones standing silently seem to whisper tales of the once-flourishing palace. Why not take a stroll through the quiet forest and contemplate the passage of time?
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