Nara City Tourism Association

The Daiichiji Daigokuden Hall was the largest palace within the Heijo Palace and was used for the most important national ceremonies, such as the emperor's enthronement ceremony and meetings with foreign envoys. The current building, which was restored in 2010, measures approximately 44m in width at the front, 20m at the sides, and 27m in height. You can see the interior highlights, such as the Takamikura, the emperor's throne, and the wall's coloring. The vast area, approximately 320m from north to south and 180m from east to west, including Daiichiji Daigokuden, is being reconstructed as the “Daiichiji Daigokuden-in”, which was the central facility of Heijo Palace. The Tsuiji Corridor and Tozairou surrounding the Daigokuden will also be restored over a long period, with the construction site open to the public.