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Kanagawa Historic site

Saifuku-ji Kofun

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西福寺古墳

See an ancient burial mound from the 5th-6th century, with unique Haniwa figures.

Saifuku-ji Kofun
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What it is

  • A circular burial mound, part of a larger kofun group.
  • Dates to the late 5th to early 6th century.
  • Designated a historic site by Kawasaki City and Kanagawa Prefecture.

What to see

  • A circular mound, 35 meters in diameter, 5.5 meters high.
  • Cylindrical and figural Haniwa were found on the surface.
  • A dry moat, 6.0-7.5 meters wide, surrounds the mound.
  • Preserved within Kajigaya No. 3 Children's Park.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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