Itoigawa-Shizuoka Tectonic Line and Salt Trail(nouthern area) - Itoigawa Global Geopark
The Itoigawa-Shizuoka Tectonic Line, which separates Japan into eastern and western halves, runs along the western border of Fossa Magna. The fault line mostly follows the path of the Himekawa River, but between Negoya and Kitaotari it runs along the mountains just east of the river. The area along this fault produced many landslides and topographical basins, resulting in the area's gentle slope seen today. It was by connecting these basins and gentle-sloping areas that the Salt Trail was created. Construction of the road was not without peril, though, as the Himekawa River often floods and landslides are fairly common.
Along this road, various goods from the sea were transported from Niigata to Nagano and exchanged for products like tobacco and cereal grains. One area along the road is known by the name of 'Utou.' The slope here is not natural; rather, it was excavated by the early roadworkers to permit easier travel. In addition to the ruins of old teahouses and guideposts, one can find the remains of an old trade road here.
At nearby Fossa Magna Park, one can observe the Itoigawa-Shizuoka Tectonic Line, outcrops, and pillow lava as well as learn about the formation of Fossa Magna.
Itoigawa Global Geopark - Itoigawa-Shizuoka Tectonic Line and Salt Trail(nouthern area) Geosite
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List of Best Things to do in Itoigawa, Japan
Michi-no-Eki Marine Dream Nou Fossa Magna Museum Itoigawa Geostation Geopal Oyashirazu Pier Park Michi-no-Eki Charmant Hiuchi Snow Resort Tanimura Art Museum Hisui Beach Takanami Pond Mt. Amakazari Hisui Garden
Miyama Park and Museumus Geosite - Itoigawa Global Geopark
Atop a terrace carved by the Himekawa River lies Miyama Park. Here you can find museums (Fossa Magna Museum and Chojagahara Archaeological Museum), the Chojagahara Archaeological Site (A Nationally Designated Historical Site), sports and recreation facilities, and a campground.
At Fossa Magna museum are displayed exhibits about the formation of the land around us and various interesting minerals, as well as information about Itoigawa Geopark; At Chojagahara Archaeological Museum, jade and other artifacts unearthed from the nearby archaeological site are on exhibit. Any trip to Itoigawa Geopark should start here with these museums, where you can learn more about all 24 of our geosites.
At Chojagahara Archaeological Site, a Jomon period village has been authentically restored with 5 dwellings and a natural well that supplied the area with fresh water. Near this village is also a workshop where you can learn firsthand about Jomon period life by making magatama and earthenware pottery.
Itoigawa Global Geopark - Miyama Park and Museums Geosite