Yoshinogari Historical Park
Japan's largest and most complete Yayoi period (300 BC – 300 AD) village reconstruction. Walk through ancient moat-encircled settlements and watchtowers on a 98-hectare site.
2–3 hours
¥460 adults (65+ ¥200; junior high and under free). Free on designated days only (e.g. 3 May, 5 May, some autumn Sundays); check official site
9:00–17:00 (Jun–Aug until 18:00); closed Mon; entry ¥460
March–May or October–November
3 min walk from JR Yoshinogari-Koen Station (Nagasaki Line from Hakata ~35 min)
Location
Why Visit
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The Northern Inner Enclosure contains ceremonial burial jars that changed understanding of ancient Japan
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Costumed staff demonstrate ancient crafts on weekends
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The viewing platform gives a dramatic overview of the double-moated village structure
Local Tips
Japan's largest Yayoi-period archaeological site. The reconstructed village buildings are surprisingly immersive. Go on a weekday — weekends bring school trips. The site is large; rent a bicycle at the gate to cover it comfortably in a half day.
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