A large visitor's guide to the ancient Asuka period of C6th BC when the first political and cultural powerbase was initiated by the Soga clan and which coincided with the introduction of Buddhism to Japan leading to the construction of temples and religious sculpture.  Illustrated throughout are examples of Buddhist art and architecture both within the museum and retrieved from archaeological excavations. Includes an Asuka chronology, location maps, and a glossary.  Text in English.  Paperback.  106 pages.  Good condition.  Cat No N180