科学｜琵琶湖底で発見された縄文土器 / Science | Jomon pottery discovered at the bottom of Lake Biwa

Summary

At the Tsutsuraozaki underwater ruins in the northern part of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, Jomon pottery dating back over 10,000 years has been discovered almost intact.

Recent investigations using state-of-the-art underwater scanners have allowed researchers to capture a 3D representation of the underwater site, raising expectations for advancements in archaeology. This discovery is considered a significant step in Japanese underwater archaeology and has the potential to greatly influence future research and the understanding of other underwater ruins.

Dialogue

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Chako: Hey Log, is it true that Jomon pottery from over 10,000 years ago was found in Lake Biwa?!
Log: Yeah, it was discovered in almost perfect condition at the bottom of the lake in Shiga Prefecture.
Chako: That’s amazing! How did they find it?
Log: They used the latest underwater scanners to create a 3D map of the lakebed.
Navi: This technology will likely advance our understanding of underwater ruins, which are often difficult to investigate.
Chako: It sounds like it will be really helpful for studying history!

Admin’s Note

The Jomon pottery discovered at the bottom of Lake Biwa represents a significant advancement in archaeology. In particular, the latest underwater scanning technology is expected to revolutionize the investigation of submerged sites. This increases the likelihood of making even more historical discoveries. It’s also heartening to think that younger generations, like Chako, may develop an interest in history because of this. I look forward to seeing the results of future research.