It takes about 100 years to create a centimeter of soil, and 10,000 years to create about a meter of soil. This monolith (rectangular pillar), expressing the creation of earth through the accumulation of time, serves as the icon and sign of Echigo-Tsumari.
| Artwork no. | T264 |
|---|---|
| Production year | 2012 |
| Area | Tokamachi |
| Village | Gejo |