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| Name |
Misaka Pass |
| Classification |
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| Country |
Japan |
| Address |
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| Overview |
Misaka Pass, at 1570 m elevation on the border of Nagano and Gifu prefectures, is situated
at the highest point of Tosando, which was one of the main roads in ancient times. The
center of the site is situated on the north side of the pass in a flat area, where gravels of
around 20 cm are piled in a mound 4 m in diameter. The rituals are thought to have been
held to pray for safety of travel on the important route. |
| Designation |
Other |
| Designation year |
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| Criteria |
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| Age |
5th century to 10th century |
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