Moyoro Kaizuka-kan (Moyoro Shell Mound Museum)
Discover the Ancient Okhotsk Culture at Moyoro Shell Mound
Journey into the Mysterious World of the Okhotsk People.
Located at the mouth of the Abashiri River, the Moyoro Shell Mound is a vital archaeological site that offers insight into the ancient Okhotsk culture. This museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives, beliefs, and unique customs of the people who settled along the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk about 1,300 years ago.
Through exhibits featuring restored dwellings, shell mounds, and burial sites, you can explore the sophisticated culture that once flourished here. As you view the excavated artifacts—such as pottery, bone tools, and antler ornaments—you will feel a profound connection to the resilient people who mastered sea-mammal hunting and advanced navigation in a harsh, cold environment.
One of the highlights of the museum is the burial exhibition area, where you can observe an original Okhotsk-period tomb preserved in situ, exactly as it was discovered. We invite you to immerse yourself in the rich history and spiritual world of the Okhotsk people, shaped by the dramatic landscapes of northern Japan.
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General Information
- Postal code
- 〒093-0051
- Address
- 北海道網走市北1東2
- Telephone Number
- 0152-43-2608
- Open
- 9:00-17:00 (until 16:00 from Nov. to Apr.)
- Closed
- Mondays, national holidays, The New Year's holiday
*Open every day from Jul. to Sep. - Car Park
- 20 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●Bus: About 5 minutes from JR Abashiri Station
- Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
