Arami Shell Mound
荒海貝塚
Arami Shell Mound is a significant Jomon period site, offering insights into ancient Japanese life.
What it is
- A Jomon period shell mound.
- Dates from the late to final Jomon period.
- Known as the last large Jomon period shell mound.
- Located in Narita City, Chiba Prefecture.
What to see
- A monument marks the shell mound.
- The thickest shell layer is about 1 meter.
- Most excavated shells are Yamato shijimi.
- Arami-style pottery was excavated.
- Pottery with rice grain impressions was found.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Arami Shell Mound Open in Google Maps
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