Otomeyama Kofun
乙女山古墳
Otomeyama Kofun is a large, ancient burial mound, significant for its unique shape and historical artifacts.
What it is
- A large scallop-shaped kofun (ancient burial mound).
- Part of the Umami Kofun Group.
- Dates to the first half of the 5th century.
- Designated a national historic site in 1956.
What to see
- Total length is approximately 130 meters.
- Posterior circular part has a diameter of about 104 meters.
- Anterior square part is about 30 meters long.
- 11-meter long protrusion attached to the circular part.
- Posterior circular part has a three-tiered structure.
- Excavated clay figures, knives, and magatama beads.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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