[Hida City, Gifu Prefecture] A Feat Unseen in 30 Years! "Stone Rods," Prayer Implements from the Jomon Period Unearthed in Miyagawa Town, Hida City, and 377 Other Items Designated as National Important Cultural Properties! Recognized for their high academic value as materials for deciphering the manufacturing process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the total number of items from the Shima Ruins and the Shioya Kinseijinja Shrine Ruins recommended for designation as National Important Cultural Properties?

A: A total of 377 items, including 284 main designated items and 93 attached items, have been recommended for designation.

Q: Where are the Shima Ruins and the Shioya Kinseijinja Shrine Ruins located?

A: These archaeological sites are located in Miyagawa Town, Hida City, Gifu Prefecture.

Q: What type of local material was used to produce the Jomon period stone rods excavated at the ruins?

A: The stone rods were produced using tuff, which is commonly known as Shioya Stone and was collected nearby.

Q: What chronological periods do the excavated stone rod production materials date back to?

A: The materials date from approximately 4,500 years ago in the Middle Period to 3,500 years ago in the Late and Final Period.

Q: Why were the excavated materials highly evaluated for their academic value by the Cultural Council?

A: They were recognized for their value as benchmark data showing the transition of stone rod forms and for revealing the complete manufacturing process.