Kadota Shell Mound
門田貝塚
Explore an ancient shell mound and settlement, offering a glimpse into Yayoi and Kamakura period life.
What it is
- A large, complex archaeological site.
- Designated a National Historic Site in 1985.
- Dates from the Yayoi period to the Kamakura period.
- Confirmed by local historian Kaoru Nagase in 1933.
What to see
- Two restored pit dwellings from the Yayoi period.
- The shell mound itself, from the Yayoi period.
- Pottery called 'Kadota style' was excavated here.
- Chinese porcelain and Bizen ware were found.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Kadota Shell Mound Open in Google Maps
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