Ōmachi Shakadō Pass Site

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Ōmachi Shakadō Pass Site, Historic archaeological site in Kamakura, Japan

Ōmachi Shakadō Pass is an archaeological site in Japan featuring steep slopes and natural rock formations that connect the Shakadōgayatsu area to the Ōmachi and Nagoe districts. The terrain reveals evidence of ancient pathways and structures that once served the surrounding communities.

During the Kamakura period, the pass served as an alternative route to the seven main entrances of the region, playing a key role in navigation and defense. This function demonstrates how carefully planned pathway systems were integrated into medieval regional organization.

The site contains traces of small shrines and ancient pathways that show how people mixed their spiritual journeys with everyday travel. Walking through the area today, you can still sense how religious practice was woven into the daily movement of people.

Access to the pass is restricted due to the danger of falling rocks in the steep terrain. Visitors can view and study the site from designated viewing areas positioned at a safe distance from the hazardous slopes.

The site contains remains of defensive structures that provided strategic observation points across the mountainous landscape. These structures show how natural terrain was adapted into a surveillance system to monitor the surrounding routes.

Location: Ōmachi

GPS coordinates: 35.31722,139.56500

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42

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