Heian
Yamanashi · 平安Browse Yamanashi’s cultural heritage from the Heian period (794 – 1185). Filter by type and keyword, with concise stories, maps, and travel tips.
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Yamanashi Heian Period
794 – 1185
Explore the National Treasure "Summer Mountain Landscape," a 12th-century Song Dynasty masterpiece housed at Tokyo National Museum. Learn about its journey from Imperial China to Mt. Minobu's Kuon-ji Temple, and discover the spiritual beauty of this UNESCO-worthy destination in Yamanashi, Japan.
Experience the Kozakura-odoshi armor, sole survivor of the mythical Genji Eight Armors. This National Treasure opens to public viewing just 1-2 days annually at Yamanashi's Sugata Shrine, revealing exquisite Heian craftsmanship and Takeda clan heritage.