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Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine(石見銀山)

いわみぎんざん Iwami Ginzan

Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine(石見銀山)

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It was recognised for taking silver without wrecking the environment. At one point Japan held about a third of the world's silver, much of it produced here.

TypeIndustrial heritage
City / townOda
Area in the prefectureIwami

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