Tombs of Nara-Period Officials
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Sword with a Square Pommel
Found in Sakurai City, Nara, Nara period, 8th centuryUpcomingJapanese Archaeology and Special Exhibition (Heiseikan) Japanese Archaeology Gallery
April 8, 2026 (Wed) - September 13, 2026 (Sun)During the Nara period (710–794), cremation was gradually adopted for emperors and members of the nobility in power, changing the way people in high social standing were buried when they passed away. Cremation prevailed further as the centralized state system and bureaucratic structure were established; the number of tombs with cremated remains of ordinary nobilities and influential officials increased.
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
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| Highlight | Sword with a Square Pommel | Found in Sakurai City, Nara | Nara period, 8th century | J-8897 | |||
| Highlight | Iron Plate | Found in Sakurai City, Nara | Nara period, 8th century | J-8898 |