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Asuka and Nara Periods (538–794) The Metropolitan Museum of Art A brief introduction to Japan during the Asuka and Nara periods. With 3 related artworks. Go to Museum Resource: http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/asna/hd_asna.htm

Heian Period (794–1185) The Metropolitan Museum of Art A brief overview of political and cultural developments in Japan during the Heian period. With 4 related artworks. Go to Museum Resource: http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/heia/hd_heia.htm

Timeline of Art History: Japan, 500–1000 A.D. The Metropolitan Museum of Art "The introduction of Buddhism to the Japanese archipelago from China and Korea in the sixth century causes momentous changes amounting to a fundamentally different way of life for the Japanese." With a period overview, list of key events, and 5 related artworks. Also has links to additional information about the Kofun (ca. 3rdC-538), Asuka (538-710), Nara (710-794), and Heian (794-1185) periods, an abridged list of rulers in Japan, and timelines of China and Korea during this time. Go to Museum Resource: http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/ht/?period=06®ion=eaj

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