Japan's first authentic temple built in 587 at the request of Soga no Umako who protected Buddhism and was buried in the Ishibutai Tumulus.

Asuka Bio Marche is a local farmer's market that has been held for more than 10 years. A group of young farmers first came up with the idea of introducing their harvest directly to consumers. Every Friday, around 10 shops open to showcase their organic vegetables, eggs, confectionery, coffee etc. Some are weekly participants while others are bi-weekly or monthly, so the offerings are different each time. The market also plays its role as a place for exchanging information among both locals and visitors from outside the village.

Take part in an experience of making onigiri (rice balls) using different kinds of rice grown naturally in Asuka Village including one of ancient species. Other ingredients such as salt and nori seaweed are carefully chosen by the owner. Combined with fillings such as handmade pickles, you will treat yourself with an onigiri that is simple yet full of flavor. Before moving on to the actual experience of making the rice balls, the owner is happy to first walk you through the process of cooking rice in a way that brings the best out of it.

Terraced rice fields, known as “Tanada” are rice paddies created in a stepped pattern on slopes such as hillsides. Inabuchi no Tanada in Asuka village is selected as one of the top 100 Tanada in Japan. Enjoy the peaceful scenery which changes from season to season.

Visit Tokuhoshi Soy Sauce Brewery, a small family-run brewery making soy sauce with more than 100 years of history. This small brewery still keeps the old-fashioned style of soy sauce making, using wooden barrels (kioke). Learn the process of soy sauce making and enjoy soy sauce squeezing experience. During the brewery visit, make sure to taste their soy sauce and feel the difference.