Motoshima Shōgunzuka Kofun
元島名将軍塚古墳
Explore a large ancient burial mound with unique shape and historical artifacts.
What it is
- An ancient burial mound, or kofun, in Takasaki City.
- Designated a Takasaki City historic site in 1973.
- Dates back to the Kofun period.
What to see
- A zempō-kōhō-fun shaped tumulus, 91-96 meters long.
- Rear part is 45 meters wide and 8.5 meters high.
- Front part is 32 meters wide and 5 meters high.
- A surrounding moat follows the tumulus shape.
- Fukiishi, river stones, cover the mound.
- Excavated artifacts include mirrors, bracelets, and swords.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Motoshima Shōgunzuka Kofun Open in Google Maps
この施設の関係者の方へ
このページは公開情報をもとに Japan Gems が作成し、訪日外国人向けに英語で掲載しています。 写真や情報の追加・修正を承っています。お店の写真に差し替えることもできます。
このページの情報を更新する
