Kashihara-jingu shrine shows us the long History of Japan from 660BC to 1889. After visiting proto-Japan and Meiji in Kashihara-jingu, we can go to Imai-cho, Japanese traditional town. When we visit Kashihara, we can know more about Japanese History, while having fun and great time.
Gare Kashiharajingu-Mae
Kashihara-jingu is built where were held Emperor Jinmu's first government of Imperial Japan (660 to 585 BC), in Kashihara, Prefecture of Nara and old Province of Yamato, where turning capitals of Japan were located.
A 20 minute walk from Kashihara-jingu, we have the mausoleum of Emperor Jinmu, with many gates and a central mount where the emperor is resting. We can stand behind the main gate to greet him.
After visiting Japanese protohistory then Meiji in Kashihara-jingu, we go to Imai-cho, Japanese traditional town from Edo period.
Arrived to Imai-cho, we can visit Hanairaka information center with it half-western and half-japanese architecture. We will have more information about the town Imai-cho.
The town was first a temple town built between 1532 and 1555 during the Warring States Period. Shonen-ji (Hongan-ji), old town master, is based in its center and we can visit it.
Some of the houses are open, as Yometani residence, Imai-Machiyakan and Kawai residence. We can visit them and we can even go upstairs in Imai-Machiyakan and see what was like a bedroom from Edo Period. It is a rare and interesting experience!
Gare Yaginishiguchi
Le sanctuaire Kashihara-jingu est relativement récent et date de 1889 en echo à la restauration impériale de Meiji de 1868. L’empereur voyait un bon moyen de réaffirmer son pouvoir et a donc bâti ce sanctuaire, en faisant don de certains bâtiments du palais impérial de Kyoto, sur le lieu du siège du premier gouvernement antique et et l’a dédié à son illustre prédécesseur et ancêtre, l'empereur Jinmu.
Après avoir visité le proto-Japon et Meiji à Kashihara-jingu, rendons-nous à Imai-cho, ville traditionnelle japonaise. La ville est fondée comme dépendance du temple bouddhique Shonen-ji, entre 1532 et 1555 lors de l’époque des provinces en guerre (1477-1573). La ville s’est rendue sans combattre en 1575, ce qui lui a évité la destruction. Imai-cho est ensuite devenu ville commerçante florissante. Le temps a passé et l’architecture est restée pour notre plus grand bonheur.
Visiter Kashihara, c'est donc en savoir plus sur l'Histoire du Japon, tout en passant un agréable moment.
Guide fee
- Lunch (around 2,000 JPY/person)
- Transport fees (around 3000 JPY/person/day)
No special conditions for the moment
Kashihara-jingu shrine is quite new (1889) and was built during Meiji imperial restauration. The emperor wanted his power to be reaffirmed and so built this shrine, even giving some buildings from Kyoto imperial palace, in the very place where were held the first imperial government (660 BC). Emperor Jinmu is enshrined in this place.
After visiting Kashihara-jingu, we go to Imai-cho, Japanese traditionnal city. At first, temple town, it became a trade city during Edo period. Its architecture did not change and now, we still can visit this town as it was during Edo.
Visiting Kashihara, we can know more about Japanese History while having a great time outside.
Mouloud does not just guide us, he tells us the historical background of Mt Yoshino and how some of the Japanese culture and history relates to the mountain, temples and shrines. It was educational. Mouloud was also patience with us as we have a member of the group who couldn’t move as fast as the others. Overall, it was a good day trip. Tiring but enjoyable. Thanks Mouloud. TC
Thank you TC for booking my tour and for your great review! I am glad you liked the tour even if it was tiring. I hope to see you again!
I had an excellent half day tour with Mouloud in Nara. We visit many places including Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Todaiji, Bald Mountain and the Nara park. I learned a lot from Mouloud's explanation about the above places and they made me appreciate Nara more. I especially remember his guidance on how to feed Nara's deer. Thank you so much for making my trip to Nara enjoyable and I'd definitely recommend him as a guide to everyone who wants to visit Nara.
Thank you Alex for your booking and for this kind review. I am glad you appreciated the tour and I hope to see you again!
Mouloud did a great job I strongly recommend him
Thank you Bernard for your booking and for your kind review. I am glad you are satisfied!
We spend a great day with Mouloud! Consideration was given to our preferences, for example we made a Sake tasting. Mouloud showed us the most important sights and he know everything well. Because he knew japanese well we did not have to worry about anything. In the end we had a great Kobe beef meal.
Thank you Anja for your booking and for your wonderful review! We had a great timetogether to prepare your tour and I am glad you liked every side of your tour which was made to fit your preferences on the very day. I hope to see you again!