Kuroimine Site, Archaeological site near Shibukawa, Japan.
A village settlement from the late Kofun period lies on a terrace along the northern bank of the Agatsuma River in Gunma Prefecture.
The site was suddenly buried under two meters of pumice during the massive eruption of Mount Haruna volcano in the mid-sixth century.
The excavation revealed 110 pit dwellings, religious ritual spaces, and farming fields, providing significant insights into ancient Japanese agricultural society.
The archaeological site contains educational exhibits at the Akagi History Museum in Shibukawa, accessible within 30 minutes by car from JR Shibukawa Station.
The volcanic disaster preserved the original structure of houses, including wooden posts and thatched roofs, creating a time capsule of Kofun period architecture.
GPS coordinates: 36.52953,139.00222
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:31
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