Tojindaba Site

The Tojindaba Site, spreading across the hills behind Cape Ashizuri in Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture, is a mysterious power spot known mostly to those in the know. The area is dotted with giant stones reaching six to seven meters in height, and many stone tools and pottery fragments have been found here, showing that people lived in this place from the early Jomon period. Though it sits close to the busy Cape Ashizuri, the site is wrapped in a quiet and wondrous atmosphere.

Highlights

- The sheer power of Tojin-iwa, where giant stones six to seven meters tall are piled together - An enormous arrangement of stones said to possibly be a stone circle - The romance of unearthed stone tools and pottery, proof of life here since the Jomon era - Views of the blue Pacific Ocean glimpsed between the giant stones

Enjoying the Seasons

From spring into early summer the fresh greenery is dazzling, and its contrast with the giant stones is beautiful. Summer brings cool shade beneath the trees, and in autumn you can gaze at the sea past the stones in clear, crisp air. The area is maintained as a park, so quiet strolls can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Access and Basic Information

- Location: Matsuo, Tosashimizu City, Kochi Prefecture - About a dozen minutes by car from Cape Ashizuri - Parking available. The site is maintained as a park and free to visit - Using Kochi Prefectural Road 348, the Camellia Road, is recommended. Some roads are narrow, so drive with care

A Quick Tip

If you visit, a sunny morning is ideal. As you walk among the giant stones, imagine the scenery that ancient people may have gazed upon. Comfortable walking shoes will make your visit easier.