Historic sites in Tokyo

Tokyo Prefecture offers 28 heritage sites, including the Shimofuda Site and Omori Shell Mounds. These locations provide a look into Japan's past.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Shimofuda Site

Shimofuda Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Shimofuda Site: a National Historic Site preserving a large Jomon period settlement.

Kogasaka Stone Age Site

Kogasaka Stone Age Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Japan's first confirmed Jomon paved buildings at this National Historic Site.

Musashidaihigashi Ruins

Musashidaihigashi Ruins

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient Tokyo history from Paleolithic to Heian periods at this significant archaeologic...

Komae Kofun Cluster

Komae Kofun Cluster

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient burial mounds in Tokyo, offering a glimpse into Japan's Kofun period history.

Nakazato Shell Mound

Nakazato Shell Mound

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a vast Jomon-era shell mound, a National Historic Site, revealing ancient processing tec...

Kamenokoyama Kofun

Kamenokoyama Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Tokyo's largest ancient burial mound, a keyhole-shaped tumulus from the 4th-5th century.

Omori Shell Mounds

Omori Shell Mounds

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Discover Japan's archaeological past at the Omori Shell Mounds, a significant Jomon period site.

Hōraisan Kofun

Hōraisan Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

See a 4th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound, a Tokyo-designated historic site.

Shōmonzuka

Shōmonzuka

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Visit Shōmonzuka, a historic mound in Tokyo, to see the legendary burial site of Taira no Masaka...

Higashiyama Shell Mound Ruins

Higashiyama Shell Mound Ruins

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore an ancient Tokyo shell midden and pit dwellings spanning multiple historical periods.

Musashi Fuchū Kumano Shrine Kofun

Musashi Fuchū Kumano Shrine Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a rare 7th-century kofun, Japan's largest of its kind, revealing ancient burial practice...

Sarugakuchō

Sarugakuchō

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Sarugakuchō is a quiet residential district in Shibuya with historical roots, near Daikanyama St...

Tabata Site

Tabata Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a Jomon-era stone circle and settlement, a Tokyo Historic Site, just a short walk from t...

Ishino Site

Ishino Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Ancient archaeological site on a volcanic island, revealing early human habitation and unique st...

Inaridai Site

Inaridai Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore an archaeological site with artifacts from the Jomon period to early modern times.

Inarizuka Kofun

Inarizuka Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a rare octagonal burial mound from the 7th century, a Tokyo Metropolitan Historic Site.

Shiba Maruyama Kofun

Shiba Maruyama Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large 5th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound, a Tokyo Metropolitan Historic Site.

Nojima Maru

Nojima Maru

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore the history of Nojima Maru, the last Imperial Japanese Navy collier, and its wartime ser...

Noge Ōtsuka Kofun

Noge Ōtsuka Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large, ancient burial mound in Tokyo with significant historical artifacts.

Takanawa Great Wooden Gate

Takanawa Great Wooden Gate

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Historic gate in Tokyo, once an entrance to Edo, now a national historic site.

Tsuruma Park Ruins

Tsuruma Park Ruins

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Tsuruma Park Site is an archaeological site revealing ancient pit dwellings and artifacts.

Inogata-Ogawaduka Kofun

Inogata-Ogawaduka Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient burial mounds of local leaders, offering a glimpse into 5th-7th century Tokyo hi...

Kabutoduka Kofun

Kabutoduka Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Kabutoduka Kofun, a large ancient burial mound, for a glimpse into Komae's history.

Shimomiwa Gyokudayato Corridor Tombs

Shimomiwa Gyokudayato Corridor Tombs

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Ancient horizontal tombs in Tokyo, featuring rare house-shaped burial chambers from the Kofun pe...

Suribachiyama Kofun

Suribachiyama Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Tokyo's largest ancient keyhole-shaped tomb, offering a glimpse into early Japanese hist...

Shirahataduka Kofun

Shirahataduka Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a 6th-century burial mound, the last of its kind, with haniwa statues in a peaceful park...

Sakuragi-iseki

Sakuragi-iseki

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large archaeological site in Tokyo with extensive Jomon period remains.

Kitsunezuka Kofun

Kitsunezuka Kofun

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a 5th-century burial mound and green space in Tokyo.

Kurihara Ruins

Kurihara Ruins

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient Japanese history from Paleolithic to Heian periods at this archaeological site.

Shitanoya Site

Shitanoya Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large Jomon-era double circular village, a designated National Historic Site.

Moro Heritage Site

Moro Heritage Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Japan's earliest human history at Tokyo's first Paleolithic site.

Suzuki Site

Suzuki Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a unique archaeological site in Tokyo, showcasing Japan's ancient history from the Paleo...

Ikō Site

Ikō Site

TOKYO · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient settlement ruins and artifacts from the Kofun period in Tokyo.

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