Awa Historic Park

The archaeological site spans across multiple levels with excavated structures revealing different periods of regional development and settlement patterns in Tokushima Prefecture.

The park, which opened on March 31, 1993, preserves ancient artifacts and structures that document the evolution of human settlements in the Awa region.

Educational programs at the site demonstrate traditional crafting techniques and agricultural practices that sustained communities in the mountainous Nishi-Awa area.

Visitors can access interpretive signs throughout the walking paths, while guided tours provide detailed explanations of the archaeological findings and historical context.

The site received the Handmade Hometown Prize for its preservation efforts and integration of community participation in maintaining local historical heritage.

Location: Kokufu-chō Nishi-Yano

Official opening: March 31, 1993

Website: https://city.tokushima.tokushima.jp/shisetsu/park/awa_shiseki.html

GPS coordinates: 34.05781,134.46606

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05