Kitaema Cave Tombs
北江間横穴群
Explore ancient cave tombs from the 7th-8th centuries, a unique glimpse into Japan's historical burial practices.
What it is
- A National Historic Site designated in 1976.
- Cave tombs used from the 7th to 8th centuries.
- Divided into Okita and Daishiyama Cave Tombs.
- Dug into tuff cliffs in Izunokuni City.
What to see
- Tombs containing stone coffins and stone cists.
- A stone coffin inscribed with 'Waka Toneri' (an imperial official).
- Some tombs are 6.5 meters deep.
- Coffins and cists range from house-shaped to cremation size.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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