Yoshinogari Historical Park

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Experience a magnificent Yayoi-era settlement! Learn about the lives and culture of ancient people through reconstructed buildings and unearthed artifacts.

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Overview

Yoshinogari Historical Park, located in Kanzaki District, Saga Prefecture, was developed to preserve and utilize the Yoshinogari Ruins, the largest Yayoi period settlement site in Japan. Within its vast 104-hectare grounds, you'll find reconstructed Yayoi-era villages and various facilities offering glimpses into daily life of that era. Explore reconstructed pit dwellings and raised-floor storehouses, participate in events that recreate daily life, and get a firsthand feel for the ingenuity and skills of the ancient people. The park also houses a museum showcasing unearthed pottery, stone tools, and ornaments, providing deeper insights into Yayoi culture. Yoshinogari Historical Park offers something for everyone, from children to adults. Why not visit with your family and immerse yourselves in the history and culture of ancient Japan?

  • Historic Sites
  • World Heritage

Basic Information

Address
1843 Tate, Yoshinogari-machi, Kanzaki-gun, Saga Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Saga
Access
Car: Approximately 5 minutes south on National Route 385 from Higashi-Sebiri IC on the Nagasaki Expressway. Train: Approximately 15-minute walk from Yoshinogari Koen Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line. Show route
Op.Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (until 6:00 PM from June to August)
Cld.Days
December 31st, the third Monday of January, and the following day
Fee
Adults: ¥410, High school students: ¥210, Junior high and elementary school students: ¥110, Preschool children: Free
INFO
The park is quite expansive, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes. Also, the sun can be strong during the summer months, so please bring a hat and sunscreen.
HP
http://www.yoshinogari.jp/

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