Geological Survey of Japan
The Geological Survey of Japan is a research institute and department of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, an Independent Administrative Institution under the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The Survey was initially formed in 1882 under the Ministry of Agriculture and Commerce. The Geological Survey of Japan conducts surveys of and publishes research into the geology of Japan, produces geological maps of Japan, and operates the Geological Museum.
Publications
Bulletin of the Geological Survey of Japan Chishitsu News- ''GSJ Chishitsu News''