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Settaidate Ruins, Archaeological site in Ōshū, Japan.

Settaidate Ruins is an archaeological site in Ōshū containing the remains of ancient settlements buried in multiple layers. The excavated foundations, pottery shards, and tools reveal how the location was structured and used over a long span of time.

The settlement area at Settaidate Ruins is dated to prehistoric times and shows multiple phases of human occupation in northern Japan. The layering pattern documents different settlement patterns and cultural shifts that occurred across several centuries.

The artifacts found here show how people lived and worked in ancient times at this location. Pottery, tools, and ornaments tell stories about the daily routines and personal habits of these early communities.

The site is accessible by local bus from Ōshū Station, and informational panels on location explain the excavation findings in detail. Preparing for changeable weather is wise, since the open ground offers little shelter.

Some pottery pieces show decorative patterns that suggest trade connections between different prehistoric regions of Japan. These hints of long-distance contact are striking for such an early period of settlement.

Location: Ōshū

GPS coordinates: 39.00706,141.10019

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:42

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