Core Sample Collection and Associated Data

Core sample collection

Core samples collected by JAMSTEC cruises are stored in a repository of KOCHI/JAMSTEC (Kochi Core Center). These samples will be stored as long as 10 years until subsequent evaluation for prolonged storage. To search core samples in the collection, please click the following link:

"JAMSTEC Core Sample Collection"
Link to a core sample search form and lists of available core samples

Analytical data and cruise information

For accessing the data associated with core samples, such as analytical data and cruise information, please visit the following websites:

"JAMSTEC Core Data Site"
Visual core descriptions, photo images, physical properties and other associated data for core samples
"JAMSTEC Data Site for Research Cruises"
Cruise information and cruise reports for "Mirai", "Kairei", "Kaiyo", "Yokosuka", and "Natsushima"
"Chikyu Laboratory Data Center"
Cruise information for "Chikyu" (including IODP expedition), and data associated with core samples
"JAMSTEC Data Search Portal"
An interactive map for searching JAMSTEC cruise activities and collected data/samples

These websites provide data and information related to the "core samples". Some of the core samples may be already consumed or are not in-ready for distribution stage.

Core samples from international drilling program (IODP, ODP, and DSDP)

Apart from JAMSTEC core samples, significant amount of samples obtained by IODP (Integrated Ocean Drilling Program), ODP (Ocean Drilling Program) and DSDP (Deep Sea Drilling Project) are also stored at KOCHI/JAMSTEC (Kochi Core Center). These samples are handled under the management of IODP. Please visit following websites to access these samples and associated data.

Integrated Ocean Drilling Program
Kochi Core Center: "IODP Core Curation"