Hishiage Kofun
ヒシアゲ古墳
Explore a massive keyhole-shaped imperial tomb, offering a glimpse into ancient Japanese burial practices.
What it is
- A keyhole-shaped tumulus in Nara, Nara Prefecture.
- Part of the Sakitateren Kofun Group.
- Designated as the tomb of Empress Iwanohime-no-mikoto.
- Managed by the Imperial Household Agency.
What to see
- A 219-meter long keyhole-shaped tumulus.
- Rear circular part is 124 meters in diameter.
- Front square part is 145 meters wide.
- Double moat in the front part.
- Cylindrical haniwa rows on the inner embankment.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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