Limestone, a National Natural Monument, Possibly Cracked with a Hammer in Toyohashi, Aichi
In Toyohashi, Aichi, officials report that limestone designated as a national natural monument was potentially damaged by being struck with a hammer, prompting the installation of warning signs and a report to the cultural agency.
Luisenburg in Upper Franconia: Europe's largest rock labyrinth becomes a natural monument
The Luisenburg rock labyrinth in Wunsiedel, Upper Franconia, is designated as a National Natural Monument effective February 1, marking it as the second of its kind in Bavaria.