Komakino Site

Komakino Site comprises three concentric stone rings spanning 55 meters in diameter, positioned on an artificially leveled plateau. The location sits 160 meters above the surrounding Aomori Plain, with over 2400 stones arranged in a distinctive pattern.

The settlement dates to the Late Jomon period around 2000 BCE, when people established their presence here and constructed organized structures. This era represents a significant shift in human behavior, as mobile hunter-gatherer communities began spending more time in permanent locations.

The site reveals how people of that time organized their spiritual or community life through carefully placed stones in standing and lying positions. These arrangements suggest beliefs and practices that shaped how the settlement functioned day to day.

The on-site museum displays excavated artifacts and remaining objects to help visitors understand the finds from this period. Plan your visit on clear days to fully appreciate the location on the elevated plateau with its panoramic views across the plain.

Archaeologists found over 400 triangular stone plates used in ceremonies, along with numerous pottery containers and ritual objects scattered across the site. These discoveries suggest that spiritual or religious practices held central importance in the daily life of this community.

Location: Aomori

Part of: Jōmon Prehistoric Sites in Northern Japan

Website: https://komakinosite.jp

GPS coordinates: 40.73756,140.72784

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00