Fujiwarakyo (藤原京), the first palace in Japan to be modeled after Chinese style was built on the land covering this city in 694 AD. Fujiwarakyo was the capital of Japan until the palace was moved to Heijōkyo (contemporary Nara) in 710 AD.

• Kashihara Shrine (橿原神宮)

• Imai Town (今井町)

• Ancient Site of Fujiwara Palace (藤原宮跡)