Kurohama Shell Mound, Shiraoka

Name: Kurohama Shell Mound
Address: Shiraoka, Japan

#1 among attractions in Shiraoka

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The Kurohama Shell Midden is an archaeological site in the Kurohama neighborhood of the city of Hasuda, Saitama Prefecture, in the Kantō region of Japan containing a Jōmon period shell midden and settlement ruin. The site was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 2006. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°59'32"N, 139°39'44"E

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Day trips

Kurohama Shell Mound – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: NACK5 Stadium Omiya, Tobu Zoo, Hikawa Shrine, Omiya Park.

5.5 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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Theme park, Amusement park, Zoo
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Ancient Shinto shrine on scenic parkland
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5.4 miS
Large wooded park with cherry blossoms
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5.2 miS
Local art, history and folklore museum
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Forts and castles
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Area
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Town, Area
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Town, Area
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Town, Area
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