Jaketsuzan Kofun
蛇穴山古墳
Jaketsuzan Kofun is a unique ancient tomb with a snake carving, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.
What it is
- A square-shaped kofun, an ancient burial mound.
- Part of the Sōja Kofun Group.
- Designated a National Historic Site since 1974.
- Named for a snake carving in its stone chamber.
What to see
- The mound measures 44 meters per side and 5 meters high.
- A double-sleeved horizontal stone burial chamber.
- Stone chamber constructed with cut and fitted stones.
- The stone chamber opens to the south-southwest.
When to go
- Constructed in the late 7th century.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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