Presents an overview of this period of establishment of the first capitol in Japan and the flowering of Buddhism. Includes an atlas and glossary.

Recaps the major events of this period (710-784), including the spread of Buddhism and the establishment of the first capitol at Nara.

Read a guide to this period characterized by foundation of a capitol city and centralization of the state. Includes details of the Taika reforms.

Focuses on the role of women in ancient Japanese society, particularly in the Nara and Heian periods. Link to essays on literature and kokugaku.