Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
About
The Binmanji Ishibotokedani Necropolis, located in Taga, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, is an archaeological site of significant historical value. Established in the 13th century CE, this necropolis contains over 1600 tombs, including stone Buddhas, Gorintō, and Hōkyōintō used as gravestones, as well as various burial urns of different Japanese and Chinese ceramics. The site was originally associated with the fortified Buddhist temple, Binman-ji, which was destroyed in 1571 CE by Oda Nobunaga. The surrounding area includes ruins of 15th and 16th-century fortifications and townhouses, indicating a once-thriving community protected by a sōhei military force. This site offers insights into the religious practices and societal structure of medieval Japan, serving as a crucial link to understanding the region's historical and cultural landscape.
Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Burial and Funerary Structures
Industrial and Craft Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Historical Timeline
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