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Shimomiwa Gyokudayato Corridor Tombs

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Ancient horizontal tombs in Tokyo, featuring rare house-shaped burial chambers from the Kofun period.

Shimomiwa Gyokudayato Corridor Tombs
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What it is

  • A group of horizontal tombs, also known as Gyokudayato Yokoanabogun.
  • Dates from the late Kofun to Asuka periods.
  • Discovered in 1927, designated a historic site in 2008.
  • A Tokyo Metropolitan Designated Historic Site.

What to see

  • Four confirmed horizontal tombs.
  • Tomb No. 1 and No. 3 have house-shaped burial chambers.
  • House-shaped burial chambers are rare nationally.
  • The site is protected by a fence.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Shimomiwa Gyokudayato Corridor Tombs Open in Google Maps

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