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Yamanashi Historic site

Monomizuka Kofun

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物見塚古墳

Monomizuka Kofun is a keyhole-shaped tomb mound offering a glimpse into ancient Japanese burial practices.

Monomizuka Kofun
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What it is

  • A keyhole-shaped tomb mound.
  • Dates to the late 4th to early 5th century.
  • Designated a Yamanashi Prefectural Historic Site in 1988.

What to see

  • Mound is approximately 46 meters long.
  • Front part is 16 meters long and 14 meters wide.
  • Rear circular part has a 30-meter diameter.
  • Rear circular part is 4.2 meters high.
  • Fukiishi (revetment stones) found on the mound surface.
  • Grave goods included iron swords, beads, and bronze mirrors.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Monomizuka Kofun Open in Google Maps

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