Historic sites in Miyazaki

Miyazaki Prefecture is home to numerous heritage sites, including the Mochida Kofun Cluster and Hyūga Kokufu. These locations offer a glimpse into Japan's ancient past.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 10 best

Mochida Kofun Cluster

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient burial mounds, including keyhole-shaped tombs, and see important artifacts from...

Koyanetsuka Burial Mound

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a 5th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound, a national historic site with ancient treasur...

Mesahozuka Kofun

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large 5th-century imperial tomb, part of a significant ancient burial mound complex.

Jōshinzuka Kofun

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore a large, square, 7th-century burial mound designated a National Historic Site.

Ikime Kofun Cluster

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient burial mounds at Kyushu's largest Kofun cluster, a National Historic Site.

Hasugaike Kofun Cluster

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient tomb caves and a history museum at this national historic site.

Hyūga Kokufu

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore the historical administrative center of Hyūga Province, a key site in ancient Kyushu.

Chausubaru Kofun Cluster

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore ancient burial mounds on a plateau, a significant National Historic Site.

Nyūtabaru Kofun Cluster

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore 207 ancient burial mounds, including unique keyhole-shaped tombs, on the Nyutabaru Plate...

Saitobaru Kofun Cluster

MIYAZAKI · HISTORIC SITE

Explore Japan's largest kofun cluster, a vast ancient burial ground with unique tomb shapes.

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