Wakasa Mikata Jomon Museum, Archaeological museum in Wakasa, Japan.
Description
Wakasa Mikata Jomon Museum is an archaeological museum in Wakasa that displays findings from ancient settlements in the area. The collections include pottery, tools, a preserved dugout canoe, and geological layers that extend back to 70,000 years.
History
The museum documents the earliest settlement of this region during the Jomon period, an era marked by hunting, fishing, and the development of early pottery. Geological layers reveal how climate and environment changed over thousands of years.
Culture
The museum displays clay figurines and vessels from the Jomon period that reflect daily life in ancient times. These objects reveal the craftsmanship and social practices that developed in this region thousands of years ago.
Practical
The museum is located about 20 minutes on foot from Mikata Station and opens most days from morning until late afternoon. Plan enough time for your visit, especially if you want to participate in the interactive activities.
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Visitors can participate in hands-on activities such as making clay flutes or trying ancient fire-starting techniques. Reconstructed pit houses allow you to imagine how people lived during this early period.
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