Remains of Suō Kokuga

The excavated remains of Suō Kokuga contain foundations, artifacts, and structural elements from a medieval Japanese provincial government center.

During the eighth century, Suō Kokuga functioned as the administrative headquarters for the Suō Province under the ritsuryo system of centralized governance.

The site layout reflects traditional Japanese administrative architecture with specific arrangements of buildings, gates, and walls according to established protocols.

The archaeological site maintains regular visiting hours throughout the year and requires approximately five hours to examine all excavated areas thoroughly.

The preserved ground layout reveals the exact positioning of administrative buildings, including the Kokucho Seiden main hall and symmetrical supporting structures.

Location: Hofu

GPS coordinates: 34.05764,131.58636

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03