Harunotsuji Site

Harunotsuji Site is an ancient settlement with extensive ruins and remains of dwelling areas in the city of Iki. Different parts of the grounds reveal old port installations and traces of human habitation from prehistoric times.

This settlement was an important trading post between Japan and the Chinese realm roughly 2000 years ago. The site was later abandoned, but the remains show how significant this place was for early trade connections.

The objects discovered here come from many different regions and show how ancient people traded across long distances. The pottery and coins found reveal how connected this settlement was to distant places.

The site is easily accessible within the city of Iki and visitors can use provided parking facilities. Plan for one to two hours to explore the various excavation zones at a comfortable pace.

This site is often compared to two other early settlements that together show how Japan's coastal regions were once bustling trade hubs. Such comparisons help visitors understand this region's importance in Asian history.