Chisoku Kofun
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Chisoku Kofun is a unique scallop-shaped burial mound with ancient stone chambers.
What it is
- A scallop-shaped kofun, an ancient burial mound.
- Part of the Tsukuriyama Kofun group.
- Designated as a national historic site.
- A companion mound to the Tsukuriyama Kofun.
What to see
- A scallop-shaped tumulus with a short front part.
- Cylindrical and figural haniwa on the mound surface.
- Two horizontal stone chambers in the rear circular part.
- The first stone chamber, one of the oldest in Kibi region.
- The first stone chamber, with Higo-style characteristics.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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