Special Exhibition: Excavated History of Akashi - "Harima no Kuni Fudoki" and Akashi

About this event

Compiled during the Nara period, the "Harima no Kuni Fudoki" is a precious record conveying the origins of place names and legends throughout various parts of Harima to the present day; however, the section concerning Akashi District has been lost. Centering on artifacts excavated from 7th to 8th century ruins from the era of the Fudoki, this special exhibition depicts the state of Akashi at that time through the results of archaeological excavations, such as the Fujie Bessho Ruins where wheel stones and bronze mirrors were excavated from a well, and the Okura Nakamachi Ruins where roof tiles related to the Akashi Umaya (post station) were excavated. Highlights include the presentation of excavated items reflecting ancient rituals, such as wheel stones and bronze mirrors from the Fujie Bessho Ruins; exploring the state of the "Umaya" (post stations) as ancient transportation hubs through roof tiles related to the Akashi Umaya and Ofumi Umaya; and the joint display of excavated artifacts from surrounding areas including Kobe City, Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Archaeology, and Taka Town.

Venue

Akashi City Museum of Culture

2-13-1 Uenomaru, Akashi, Hyogo 673-0846