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Ishi-no-Hoden

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The 'Floating Stone' on the grounds of Ōshiko Jinja shrine in Takasago, Hyogo Prefecture (near Himeji). A 500-ton granite monolith carved from the hillside, appearing to hover above its base. Era of creation unknown; some attribute it to the Jomon civilization.

34.7833°, 134.7833°

Look Closer — this site carries open questions: stones heavier than the period's tools could lift; geometry beyond period explanation; stones fitted without mortar, almost no gap.
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