Yamashita Archaeological Cave
山下町第一洞穴遺跡
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Archaeologists continue to debate whether this site yielded the oldest human remains in Japan.

📜 Archaeological site in Naha, Japan, known for the discovery of human remains.
🔍 Declared a National Historic Monument in 1969, a small park opened in 2015.

Why Go

🗿 Site of Japan's oldest known human remains
🌳 Small park with trails and educational signs
💰 Free to visit with no restrictions
🤸 Park includes fitness equipment and a children's playground

Why Avoid

🚫 Cave is tiny and entry is not allowed
👀 Visually unimpressive, can be seen from a wooden gate
🗣️ Educational signs primarily in Japanese

Tips

🦴 Copies of found bones are displayed on educational signs.

Cost

💰 Free.

Hours

🕒 No restrictions.

🅿️ Parking

Car park for two cars available.

🚻 Toilets

Toilets available.

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