Hizen Provincial Capital Ruins

Hizen Provincial Capital Ruins is an archaeological site with preserved foundations of administrative buildings and residential areas from ancient times. The remains show an organized settlement layout with different functional zones.

This served as the administrative center of Hizen Province during the Nara period and remained active through the early Heian period. Its establishment followed administrative reforms that restructured provincial governance according to centralized authority models.

The pottery and roof tiles found here show craftsmanship influenced by Chinese traditions of the time. Visitors can observe how daily life was organized through the discovered household items and work tools.

When visiting, you will find information boards and excavated remains that explain the layout of ancient structures. It is helpful to allow time to explore and understand the different areas of the site.

The site is crossed by a moat system approximately two meters wide that served both defensive and boundary functions. This network of waterways gives visitors a sense of how the ancient administrative center was separated from surrounding areas.

Location: Saga

GPS coordinates: 33.31694,130.27400

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03