Satohama shell mound
里浜貝塚
Explore one of Japan's largest Jomon shell mounds, revealing ancient life and culture.
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
Satohama shell mound Open in Google Maps
この施設の関係者の方へ
このページは公開情報をもとに Japan Gems が作成し、訪日外国人向けに英語で掲載しています。 写真や情報の追加・修正を承っています。お店の写真に差し替えることもできます。
このページの情報を更新する
