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Sōroku Kofun

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Sōroku Kofun is a keyhole-shaped burial mound, the largest in Nagasaki, with important artifacts.

Sōroku Kofun
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What it is

  • A keyhole-shaped tumulus, part of the Iki Kofun Group.
  • Largest kofun in Iki Island and Nagasaki Prefecture.
  • Construction estimated around the late 6th century.
  • Excavated artifacts are National Important Cultural Properties.

What to see

  • The 91-meter long keyhole-shaped tumulus.
  • Posterior circular part has a 43-meter diameter.
  • Anterior rectangular part is 55 meters long.
  • Multi-chambered horizontal stone chamber, 11 meters long.
  • Artifacts include Sue ware, Haji ware, and iron products.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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