Shimane Prefecture

Itaya III site

Early to later Jomon, with pottery; no other details available.

Access: to the east of Mt Sanbe; try contacting Tonbara Town office (J) for information.

Mt Sanbe

Mt. Sanbe (Sanbesan) is a volcano located within the Daisen-Oki National Park, in the northern part of Shimane Prefecture. Many archaeological remains have been preserved by volcanic ash around the base of Mt Sanbe. Nearest large city is Oda-shi, near the coast.

Shimoyama site

Jomon archaeological site, no details available.

Access: try contacting Tonbara Town office (J) for information.

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