Civilization VII · Antiquity Age · DLC

Heian Japan

Heian Japan ties its entire Culture output to terrain quality rather than buildings or districts — settling and improving Breathtaking-Appeal tiles is the whole strategy, not an optional bonus.

Historically paired with Toyotomi Hideyoshi — mix-and-match with any leader is fully supported, but this pairing is the game's own suggested starting point.

Unique Ability

"Pure Land" grants increased Culture for every Improvement and District built on a Breathtaking-Appeal tile, with Cities getting a further Tourism bonus per Improvement and District on Breathtaking tiles once a Settlement has at least 7 such tiles.

Unique Unit

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Unique Infrastructure

The Jinja is Heian Japan's unique infrastructure. The associated Wonder, the Hoo-do Hall, must be placed on Flat terrain adjacent to a River, boosts Appeal on adjacent tiles, and adds Production, Culture, and Happiness to Breathtaking tiles within its city.

How to Play Heian Japan

Open the Appeal Lens before settling or placing any Improvement — Heian Japan's entire identity depends on knowing exactly which tiles qualify as Breathtaking.
Settle near Mountains, Rivers, and Vegetated terrain deliberately — these push Appeal higher and directly expand how many Breathtaking tiles you have access to.
Prioritize the Hoo-do Hall early since it actively increases Appeal on nearby tiles, creating more Breathtaking tiles for the rest of your ability to work with.

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