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Nishitonozuka Kofun

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西殿塚古墳

Explore a well-preserved 3rd-century keyhole-shaped tumulus, the largest in its ancient burial group.

Nishitonozuka Kofun
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What it is

  • A keyhole-shaped tumulus in Tenri City, Nara Prefecture.
  • Designated as the tomb of Empress Tashiraka no Himemiko.
  • Construction estimated around the late 3rd century.
  • Considered a king's tomb following Hashihaka Kofun.

What to see

  • A well-preserved mound, approximately 230 meters long.
  • The largest tumulus in the Oyamato Kofun Group.
  • Fukiishi (revetment stones) on the tumulus surface.
  • Early Haniwa excavated from the surrounding area.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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