Kanai Higashiura site

The Kanai Higashiura excavation site reveals multiple layers of ancient settlements with preserved structures, pottery fragments, tools, and burial artifacts from past civilizations.

Excavated remains at the site date from the Middle to Late Kofun Periods, approximately 1,500 years ago, when Mount Haruna's volcanic eruption preserved the location.

The site contains skeletal remains of four individuals, including a man wearing iron armor and a woman, showing distinct physical traits from Korean and Japanese populations.

Visitors can examine the preserved footprints, structures, and over 900 pieces of pottery through guided tours organized by local archaeological authorities.

The location yielded the first discovery in Japan of deer antler chest armor, comprising 50 lamellae pieces found near a man who perished during a volcanic event.

Location: Shibukawa

GPS coordinates: 36.51953,138.99047

Latest update: March 5, 2025 15:45