4. Taika “Great Change” Introduced taxation and land distribution Split country into provinces and districts Run by people who later reported to the emperor Established by Emperor Kotoku after Prince Shotoku’s death
5. Nara Built in 710, it was the capital city A holy and spiritual place Scared, includes many temples, shrines and gardens Buddhist temples The creation of Nara was the first step for Japan as an important Asian civilization Pagoda
The Asuka period is set from 538 to 710, it was known as the period of fine-art and architecture. This period of history was greatly effected by Prince Shotoku Taishi who was the adviser of Empress Suiko, he was devouted Buddhist which effected his work as it was his inspiration. He was known to be very intelligent and learnt a lot from the Chinese, even using their system of imperial rule to make the Japanese dynasty even more powerful.