Asuka Historical Museum — Guide to the Asuka Historical Museum

Nara National Cultural Properties Res. Inst. Japan: Kansai Press Lim, 1978 Soft Cover. First Edition. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall. Translated by: William R. Carter. pp.107. Asuka, some 1300 and more years ago, was home to Japan's ruling dynasty and for more than a century was the capital of the country. It was here that Buddhism was introduced and Buddhist art saw it's first flower. spine of book creased with use, other wise fair condition. Lots of b/w pictures/maps/some color pictures/poems. A wonderful introduction to the culture of Asuka. Fair