Tada Silver and Copper Mine

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Tada Silver and Copper Mine, Natural monument and mine in Inagawa, Japan

The Tada Silver and Copper Mine spans across ten square kilometers within the Hokusetsu mountain range, featuring geological formations rich in chalcopyrite and bornite.

Mining activities at Tada began during the Nara period, with copper extraction supporting the construction of the Great Buddha at Todai-ji temple.

The mine represents industrial development in Japan, with local farmers organizing into mining communities that controlled surrounding villages from 1279 onwards.

Visitors access the mine site through public transportation to Inagawa, where guided tours explain the extraction methods and mining infrastructure.

The mine reached peak production of 5.6 tons of silver and 420 tons of copper during the Kanbun era between 1662 and 1670.

Location: Hyōgo Prefecture

Location: Osaka Prefecture

GPS coordinates: 34.89547,135.35073

Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:45

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