Mizuko Shell Mound
水子貝塚
Explore a 6000-year-old Jomon shell mound and reconstructed dwellings, a National Historic Site.
What it is
- A shell mound and ring settlement site.
- Dates from the early Jomon period, 5500-6000 years ago.
- Designated as a National Historic Site since 1969.
- Discovered on October 25, 1894.
What to see
- Five restored pit dwellings.
- A 582-meter-long promenade.
- Exhibition hall for archaeological materials.
- Mizuko-style pottery from excavations.
Getting there
- 15-minute walk from Mizuhodai Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Mizuko Shell Mound Open in Google Maps
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