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Aomori Historic site

Kashimazawa Kofun Cluster

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鹿島沢古墳群

Ancient burial mounds from the 8th-9th centuries, offering a glimpse into early Japanese history.

Kashimazawa Kofun Cluster
Saigen Jiro Public domain resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • A cluster of ancient burial mounds, also called Nejo Kofun Cluster.
  • Dates from the late 8th to late 9th century.
  • About 10 tumuli were confirmed in 1956.

What to see

  • Three remaining circular tumuli, 10 to 12 meters in diameter.
  • Remaining height of tumuli is 1.3 to 1.5 meters.
  • Rectangular burial chambers contained gravel and charcoal.

Getting there

  • About 3 minutes by car from Hachinohe IC.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Kashimazawa Kofun Cluster Open in Google Maps

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