One of the national treasure mural paintings of the Kitora Tumulus in Asuka Village, Nara Prefecture, "Suzaku" was opened to the public from the 21st, and visitors were enthusiastically looking at the precious mural paintings.
The Kitora Tumulus was built in the Asuka period, 40 years ago, after an investigation in 1983, richly colored murals were discovered one after another inside the stone chamber, and restoration work was carried out over 10 years from 2004. It is now open to the public on a regular basis.
From the 21st, the facility that manages the murals has unveiled the "Suzaku" painted on the south wall, and visitors are enthusiastic about the imaginary bird depicted with dynamic brush strokes. I was.
A man in his 50s from Osaka Prefecture said, "I'm glad I was able to see the colorful murals firsthand."
Mr. Yoshio Hamamatsu of the Nara National Research Institute for Cultural Properties said, "The charm of 'Suzaku' is its very delicate and careful brushwork. I would like you to see the mural, which is a national treasure, up close."
"Suzaku" will be open to the public until the 19th of next month, and prior application is required for viewing.