Walking Japan's Lowest In-Valley Continental Divide and Tumulus Tour

About this event

Held in Tamba City, "Walking Japan's Lowest In-Valley Continental Divide and Tumulus Tour" is a joint event co-hosted by the Mikawachi Field Museum and the Friends of the Mikawachi Field Museum. On this walking tour, participants walk the lowest continental divide in mainland Japan's interior—at an elevation of approximately 95 meters—from start to finish. Visitors can enjoy the rare scenery of a drainage divide passing through a town rather than along mountain ridges. Along the walk, participants visit the starting point of the valley drainage divide, the Mikawachi Bridge, and the terminus at the Iso Intersection Gyojado hall. Furthermore, at the Kitano Tumulus Cluster, participants can listen to explanations by Shogo Azuma, an archaeology researcher and Hyogo Prefecture Cultural Property Protection Guidance Counselor, offering a valuable opportunity to learn about the history and culture of ancient burial mounds. The goal returns to the Mikawachi Field Museum, where participants can also view the museum's permanent exhibition for free after the walk. Through this event, visitors can gain a deep understanding of the historical and geographical features of Mikawachi and rediscover local charms. Elementary school fourth graders and older may participate, with guardian accompaniment required. It is a free event, but with a capacity of 20 participants, early registration is recommended.

Venue

Hikami Corridor Mikawachi Field Museum Parking Lot

1092 Hikamicho Iso, Tamba, Hyogo 669-3464