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Daisen Kofun

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大仙陵古墳

Explore Japan's largest ancient keyhole-shaped tomb, a World Heritage site in Osaka.

Daisen Kofun
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What it is

  • Japan's largest kofun, a keyhole-shaped tumulus.
  • Likely constructed from the early to mid-5th century.
  • Designated as Emperor Nintoku's mausoleum.
  • Part of the Mozu Kofun Group World Cultural Heritage site.

What to see

  • A massive tumulus 525.1 meters long.
  • The tumulus base area is 121,380 square meters.
  • A triple moat surrounds the kofun.
  • Haniwa and stone paving found during 2018 excavation.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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