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Fujinoki Kofun

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Fujinoki Kofun is a 6th-century burial mound with rare, unrobbed treasures, offering a glimpse into ancient Japan.

Fujinoki Kofun
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What it is

  • A circular burial mound from the late Kofun period.
  • Dates to the 6th century.
  • Designated as a National Historic Site.

What to see

  • A 50-meter diameter circular mound, 9 meters high.
  • Cylindrical haniwa found at the mound's base.
  • A nearly 14-meter long unrobbed stone burial chamber.
  • Excavated gilded bronze horse trappings and ornaments.
  • National Treasure artifacts displayed at Kashihara Archaeological Institute Museum.

Getting there

  • Approximately 350 meters west of Horyuji Temple.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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