Ryūzuka Kofun
竜塚古墳
Ryūzuka Kofun is a 5th-century burial mound with unique construction, offering a glimpse into ancient Japan.
What it is
- A kofun (burial mound) in Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture.
- Designated as a Yamanashi Prefecture historic site.
- Believed to have been built in the first half of the 5th century.
What to see
- A large burial mound, 52m on each side.
- Mound height varies from 12m on the north to 6m on the south.
- A 4.5m wide depression suggests a surrounding moat.
- The flat top of the mound measures 21m on each side.
- Excavated Haji ware pottery from the mid-5th century.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Ryūzuka Kofun Open in Google Maps
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