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Mt. Kuromata

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The 'Pyramid of Japan' — a near-perfect pyramidal hill in Akita Prefecture, close to the Ōyu Stone Circles. Locals consider it sacred. Alt-archaeology research suggests artificial construction or modification; mainstream geology argues natural erosion. Ground-penetrating radar has revealed unusual internal structure.

40.2800°, 140.8650°

Look Closer — this site carries open questions: stones heavier than the period's tools could lift; geometry beyond period explanation.
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