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Chobonaino Site: Hollow clay figurine (National Treasure)

Chobonaino Site: Hollow clay figurine (National Treasure)

This clay figurine, unearthed from Chobonaino Site, was designated as a National Treasure, the first such designation in Hokkaido. This hollow figurine is thin and elaborate from its head to its toes with exquisite designs.

photo courtesy: Hakodate Jomon Culture Center

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