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Yoshinogari Historical Park

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Yoshinogari Historical Park

Travel back to the ancient world at this archaeological site, where you can even try making fire.

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A nationally designated Special Historic Site.
Covering 117 hectares, it is Japan's largest moated settlement site from the Yayoi period (5th century BC to 3rd century AD).
It was discovered during excavations that began in 1986.

Archaeological remains have been discovered that evoke the ancient kingdom of Yamatai described in the Chinese historical text known as the “Gishi Wajinden,” the oldest written record of Japan.
Based on excavated artifacts and related research, 98 buildings have been reconstructed within the park.

The park also offers a wide range of hands-on programs, including fire-making and magatama bead-making.
As the grounds are extensive, a free shuttle bus operates within the park.

Highlights

  • A historical park that recreates life during the Yayoi period and evokes the ancient kingdom of Yamatai.
  • Try hands-on activities such as fire-making and magatama bead-making.
  • Audio guides are available for a fee in four languages: English, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese.
  • The restaurant serves dishes made with local ingredients.

Photos

  • Japan's largest archaeological site from the Yayoi period (5th century BC to 3rd century AD)Photo: Pixta

    Japan's largest archaeological site from the Yayoi period (5th century BC to 3rd century AD)Photo: Pixta

  • The park contains 98 reconstructed buildingsPhoto: Pixta

    The park contains 98 reconstructed buildingsPhoto: Pixta

  • A 300-meter-long row of approximately 500 jar coffin graves has been reconstructedPhoto: Pixta

    A 300-meter-long row of approximately 500 jar coffin graves has been reconstructedPhoto: Pixta

  • Visitors can enter pit dwellings and other reconstructed buildingsPhoto: Pixta

    Visitors can enter pit dwellings and other reconstructed buildingsPhoto: Pixta

  • Experience what life may have been like in the ancient kingdom of YamataiPhoto: Pixta

    Experience what life may have been like in the ancient kingdom of YamataiPhoto: Pixta

  • Activities such as magatama bead-making offer a journey back to ancient times

    Activities such as magatama bead-making offer a journey back to ancient times

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the park?
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Yes, it is available at various locations throughout the park.

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Are coin-operated lockers available?
A

Yes, they are available at each entrance.

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Are restrooms available?
A

Yes, they are located throughout the park.

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Is reentry permitted?
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Yes. Please present your ticket for that day.

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Is there a designated smoking area?
A

Yes.

Reviews

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  • 纓纓
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    This park is really thoughtfully designed. If you’re interested in Japanese culture, it’s definitely worth a visit.

  • 孫佳玲
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    You can experience ancient Japanese life here, like making fire. The park is huge, but there's a shuttle bus inside. They also offer guides in Chinese and English, which is great.

Details

Name in Japanese
吉野ヶ里歴史公園
Postal Code
842-0035
Address
1843 Tade, Yoshinogari Town, Kanzaki District, Saga Prefecture
Phone
0952-55-9333
Closed on
December 31, and the third Monday of January and the following day
Hours
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (until 6:00 p.m. from June through August)
Admission
Ages 15 and over: ¥460; junior high school students and younger: free; ages 65 and over: ¥200
Access
Approximately 15 minutes on foot from Yoshinogari-Koen Station on the JR Nagasaki Main Line
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa