Yoshinogari site, Archaeological site and historical park in Saga Prefecture, Japan
The Yoshinogari site contains reconstructed ancient buildings, watchtowers, and protective moats spanning across 117 hectares of hilly terrain.
The settlement originated in 400 BCE, developing from a small village into a major fortified community during the Yayoi period of Japanese prehistory.
Within the park grounds, visitors can examine ancient granaries, ritual spaces, and burial grounds that reveal the agricultural practices of early Japanese civilization.
The historical park provides educational programs, hands-on exhibits, and regular guided tours in multiple areas connected by well-maintained walking paths.
The site features a 2.5-kilometer defensive moat system, making it one of the largest discovered fortified settlements from ancient Japanese history.
Location: Yoshinogari
Location: Kanzaki
Inception: 4 century BCE
Official opening: April 21, 2001
Part of: 100 Fine Castles of Japan, 日本の秘境100選
Website: https://yoshinogari.jp
GPS coordinates: 33.32500,130.38400
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:47
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