History of Japan Horyuji and Prince Shotoku / Haruyuki Higashino

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History of Japan
Horyuji Temple, a World Heritage Site, has been a subject of debate in many respects, including the date of its construction and reconstruction. Prince Shotoku, the founder of Horyuji Temple, was also made into a myth early after his death, and his personality has changed in various ways from era to era. Now that the 1400-year history has been repeated, what can be said for sure based on the latest research results? A leading researcher of the Asuka and Nara period reveals the true form of Horyuji.