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Kōjin-yama Kofun

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Explore Shiga's second largest keyhole-shaped kofun, a significant ancient burial mound.

Kōjin-yama Kofun
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What it is

  • A keyhole-shaped tumulus, a type of ancient burial mound.
  • Designated as a National Historic Site.
  • Estimated construction around the late 4th century.
  • Second largest kofun in Shiga Prefecture.

What to see

  • A 124-meter long tumulus.
  • The tumulus has a three-tiered construction.
  • 188 excavated haniwa are stored at the Kaikoku Kinenkan.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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