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Gifu Historic site

Bōnotsuka Kofun

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Explore a 4th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound, a National Historic Site, revealing ancient Japanese history.

Bōnotsuka Kofun
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What it is

  • A keyhole-shaped burial mound, or kofun.
  • Designated a National Historic Site.
  • Built around the late 4th century.
  • Second largest kofun in Gifu Prefecture.

What to see

  • The tumulus is 120 meters long.
  • Mound has a three-tiered construction.
  • Cylindrical Haniwa rows on the top tier.
  • A vertical stone coffin burial facility.
  • Unearthed stone products and pottery.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Bōnotsuka Kofun Open in Google Maps

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