The “Taishi-cho Tourism and Town Development Center” provides tourist information and has original goods for sale.

This temple was built by Empress Suiko to safeguard the tomb of Prince Shotoku-Taishi.

Ono-no Imoko became well-known for her envoy to Sui dynasty China under Prince Shotoku-Taishi in the seventh century.

Also known as “Futakamiyama,” this mountain has become closely associated with the sound of Man-yo (10,000 leaves).

Empress Suiko, the 33rd imperial ruler of Japan, was the first empress in Japanese history. She appointed Prince Shotoku-Taishi as her main advisor to China during the Sui dynasty.

In 613 A.D., as written in the Nihon-Shoki (the oldest chronicles of Japan), a large road was made from Namba to Asuka. This road has stood the test of time and has come to be known as Takenouchi-Kaido.

Legend has it that, following the death of Prince Shotoku-Taishi, three wet nurses, Tsukimasuhime, Himasuhime, Tamaterahime (the daughters of Sogano Umako, Ono-no Imoko, and Mono-nobe-no Moriya), shaved their heads, entered buddhist priesthood and built this temple in front of Prince Taishi’s grave to pray for his happiness in the next world.

Jodo Shinshu Hongan-ji (Temple) Sect

The 36th emperor to take the throne was Emperor Kotoku, in 645 AD. Along with Prince Naka no Ōe, Emperor Kotoku opposed the oppressive Soga Clan and took part in the Isshi Incident (Isshi no Hen). After the revolt, he pushed for the reformation of Taika-era politics.

Following Emperor Kimmei, Emperor Bidatsu became the 30th emperor to take the throne in 572AD. After reigning for 14 years, Emperor Bidatsu died at the age of 48. He was laid to rest in an imperial mausoleum alongside Empress Ishihime.

The 31st emperor to take the throne was Emperor Yomei, in 585 AD. As the son of Emperor Kimmei and Sogano-Kitashi-Hime, Emperor Yomei was the brother of Emperor Bidatsu and Empress Suiko.

Restaurant Sakura refuses to be tied down by seasonal ingredients or conforming to Japanese, Western, or Chinese cuisines. So grab your chopsticks, pull up a chair, and enjoy food cultivated from the neighboring Sakura Farm.

Located at the trailhead of Mt. Nijou-zan, enjoy some tea or a light meal in the Man-yo Forest information center log-house.

Officially recognized as a natural occurring hot spring by the Osaka Public Health and Research Institute, the Taishi Onsen lies at the foot of Mt. Nijou-zan.

This bakery bakes everything entirely from scratch, delivering a delightful, homemade experience.

With set meals that have withstood the test of time, this old-fashioned restaurant is located near the Taishi town hall.

Located near Sunplaza, this new restaurant was opened in July of 2016. With both Western and Japanese lunch options, Kitchen Akari has become a popular new gathering spot.

Just a 20 minute walk from Kaminotaishi station, this mandarin orchard envelops the hills alongside the Kintetsu Minami Osaka train line.

Alongside efforts to develop the Takenouchi Kaido (road) and the surrounding area, construction of this museum began in 1989. The museum was opened on March 3rd, 1993.

With the theme, “Exploring the formation of ancient Japan and cultural exchange,” this museum concerns itself with kofun (ancient burial mounds).

Covering 18,236 square meters (nearly 60,000 square feet), the multipurpose fields can accommodate a variety of sporting activities. There are two areas for soccer and baseball and three for softball. With lights set up in six locations, you can continue to enjoy playing sports even after the sun sets.

This fishing center lies at the Mt. Nijou-zan trailhead. Even beginners will have no problem catching a herabuna (type of fish).

Located between Taishi and the Taishi-cho (Town) intersection, Yamamura Orchard sells homegrown grapes direct. The orchard is marked by a spacious parking lot and a sign stating “picked this morning.”

As characteristic of roadside stations, Chikatsu Asuka-no-Sato provides all of the information on transportation and sightseeing you need.

This old shop is a favorite among locals and has remained unchanged since its inception.

This bakery bakes everything entirely from scratch, delivering a delightful, homemade experience.

This is a shop that sells Taishi-cho (Town)-grown grapes directly from the vineyard located behind the shop.

This is a shop located right next to Eifuku-ji and Saihoin Temples. You can buy cheap, nostalgic sweets and Taishi-cho (Town)’s official mascot Taishikun’s promotional items.