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Jōnozuka Kofun

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Explore Jōnozuka Kofun, the largest 5th-century keyhole tomb in Wakasa, a National Historic Site.

Jōnozuka Kofun
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What it is

  • A kofun, an ancient burial mound, in Wakasa Town.
  • Part of the significant Wakibukuro Kofun Group.
  • Designated as a National Historic Site.
  • Constructed around the early 5th century.

What to see

  • The largest keyhole-shaped kofun in the Wakasa region.
  • A three-tiered mound, approximately 100 meters long.
  • Fukiishi and haniwa, excavated from the exterior.
  • A shield-shaped moat surrounding the mound.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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