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[Special Autumn Seminar] The story of Kashihara and Asuka, known at the beginning of Japan, held special lectures by Negi and Kenichi Nagakura of Kashihara-jingu Shrine, and historian Yuji Seki
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Kashihara Asuka is the beginning of Japanese history and culture. I would like visitors to this area to know the story and charm of Kashihara and Asuka-From such a desire, this time, we will welcome Negi and Kenichi Nagakura of Kashihara-jingu Shrine and Yuji Seki, a history writer. We will hold a special autumn seminar. Would you like to enjoy the autumn of learning together?
Event Overview
- Date of the event
- November 1 (Sat) and November 22 (Sat), 2025
- Location
- Special venue on the 2nd floor
- Reservation
- Unnecessary
- Remarks
- ・The amount includes consumption tax and service charge.
・The contents are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Thank you for your understanding.
Event Details
Special Lecture in Autumn: Negi and Kenichi Nagakura of Kashihara-jingu Shrine - As we celebrate the year 2700 AD -
Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Time from 19:00 to 20:00
Capacity: 50 people (first come, first served)
Price Guest: Free (Only guests can participate)
A special seminar will be held at the hotel by Negi and Kenichi Nagakura of Kashihara-jingu Shrine, who also serves as the "Musubibito" of the hotel original experience program. An easy-to-understand introduction of the history of Kashihara-jingu Shrine from the foundation to the present. Those who are familiar with history or those who do not, can enjoy it. At the end of the seminar, there will be a question-and-answer session, and we will answer your questions carefully. The day after attending the seminar, please visit Kashihara-jingu Shrine and experience its sacredness.
Autumn Special Lecture History Writer Yuji Seki-Aiming to be registered as a World Heritage Site! 'Asuka and Fujiwara no Miyato'
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time 1:18:30 to 19:30 / 2:19:30 to 20:00
Capacity: 100 people (first come, first served)
Price Guest: for guests staying at the hotel.
＊Participation only (accepted at the front desk on the first floor)
Adults: 2,100 yen / High school and university students: 1,000 yen / Junior high school students and younger: for guests staying at the hotel.
"Asuka Fujiwara no Miyato" aiming to be registered as a World Heritage Site. In order to tell you about the value and how to enjoy it before registering, we will invite historical writer Yuji Seki to introduce the highlights of Kashihara and Asuka. Fun commentary on famous places such as Asuka-dera Temple, Ishibutai Tumulus, Kawahara-dera Temple, and Toushikozuka Tumulus, with the history and culture related to Soga. The event will be held in two parts that satisfy both beginners and history lovers.
Part 1: For beginners + small stories introduction
Part 2: For middle and advanced users + Q & A session
Inquiry about special autumn seminar
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