Kasori Shell Mounds
加曽利貝塚
This prehistoric site is home to the largest shell midden cluster in Japan.

📜 The archaeological site of Kasori in Wakaba Ward, Chiba City, is the largest cluster of shell mounds in Japan.
🔍 Designated a Special Historic Site by the government in 2017.

Why Go

🐚 Explore Japan's largest shell midden cluster.
🏠 See remains of Jomon period pit dwellings.
🏺 View excavated artifacts like pottery and figurines.
🏛️ Learn about prehistoric Japan at the accompanying museum.

Cost

💰 Free admission.

Hours

🕒 Daily 9:00am - 5:00pm. Closed Mondays and Year-end/New Year holidays.

🚶 Access

15 minute walk from Sakuragi Station (Chiba Monorail).

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