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Ōtorizuka Kofun

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Explore a 5th-century keyhole-shaped tomb, part of a World Heritage site, showcasing ancient Japanese burial practices.

Ōtorizuka Kofun
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What it is

  • A keyhole-shaped tomb mound, Ōtorizuka Kofun.
  • Part of the Furuichi Kofun Group, a World Heritage site.
  • Designated a National Historic Site.
  • Dates to the early 5th century.

What to see

  • The 110-meter long keyhole-shaped mound.
  • Three-tiered posterior and two-tiered anterior mound.
  • Exterior features fukiishi and cylindrical haniwa.
  • A horseshoe-shaped moat surrounds the mound.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Ōtorizuka Kofun Open in Google Maps

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