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Himeshima prawns and obsidian（姫島の車えびと黒曜石）

ひめしま Himeshima

Himeshima prawns and obsidian（姫島の車えびと黒曜石）

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An obsidian source since the Palaeolithic, supplying tool stone across the inland sea.

TypeArt site
GenreAntique art / Buddhist art / Dyeing and weaving
Area in the prefectureKunisaki and Usa

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Where is Himeshima?
It is in Himeshima, Oita Prefecture, Japan. It is an art site.
What can I see at Himeshima?
An obsidian source since the Palaeolithic, supplying tool stone across the inland sea. The focus is Buddhist and ancient art, textiles.

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