Goshono Jōmon Park

Goshono Jomon Park is an archaeological site with over 800 pit dwelling foundations arranged around a central ceremonial area marked by stone circles and burial grounds. The 75,000-square-meter park includes an excavation zone, a museum with a glass-floor viewing platform, and reconstructed structures for visitors to see.

The settlement dates to between 2500 and 2000 BCE during the Middle Jomon period. It was discovered accidentally in 1989 during industrial park construction and gained official National Historic Site status in 1993.

The site reveals how Jomon people lived through pottery, tools, and food remains discovered in the soil. These objects tell stories of daily work and the skills of these early inhabitants.

The park has a museum with displays, reconstructed dwellings to view, and a glass platform for looking into the excavation area. Guided tours are offered on weekends and holidays from May through October, and the site is easily walkable throughout.

A 120-meter suspension bridge called Kikiki Bridge carries visitors across a river to reach the archaeological site. The bridge sits on a river terrace at 190 meters elevation, creating a striking vantage point as you approach the ancient settlement.

Location: Ichinohe

Official opening: 2002

Website: https://goshono-iseki.com

GPS coordinates: 40.19783,141.30614

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24