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Satohama shell mound

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Explore one of Japan's largest Jomon shell mounds, revealing ancient life and culture.

Satohama shell mound
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What it is

  • A complex of Jomon period settlements and shell mounds.
  • Designated a National Historic Site in 1995.
  • One of Japan's largest shell mounds.
  • Located on Miyatojima island.

What to see

  • Shell mounds scattered over 800 meters east-west.
  • Shell layers up to 6 meters thick.
  • Excavated pottery, stone tools, and bone tools.
  • Remains of ancient animal life.
  • Evidence of early salt production.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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