NARA--Researchers have unearthed a shield-shaped bronze mirror and massive iron sword in an ancient kofun burial mound here, unprecedented discoveries of their kind in Japan. The unusually ...

KASHIHARA, Nara Prefecture--Archaeologists were stunned by the sheer number of bronze mirrors among grave goods at a large keyhole-shaped burial mound here, more than 100 in all, a record.

Nara contributed art to the relief efforts earlier. “My Imperfect Self” features a new series of bronze sculptures, including 11 newly exhibition pieces, in addition to some paintings.

Nara is home to some of the most important historical sites in the country's history. Todai-ji is one of Japan's most famous ...