Himiko

September 20, 2020

Hirazuka Kawazoe Archaeological Park: 2,000 years of history

Asakura's own Archaelogical Park is perfect for history buffs, those wanting to know more about Japan's Yayoi people and of course, people interested in the legend of Queen Himiko. (more…)

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September 13, 2020

Himiko, Queen of the Yamatai kingdom

Throughout Asakura you will find various cartoon images of a cheery woman wearing a traditional dress. This young woman is none other than Queen Himiko (卑弥呼): the first influential woman of power in Japanese history. Her rule over the Yamatai…

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Hirazuka Kawazoe Archaeological Park: 2,000 years of history

Himiko, Queen of the Yamatai kingdom

Asakura Tourism Association

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