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Tsukawara Kofun Cluster

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Explore one of Japan's largest ancient burial mound clusters, with a unique expressway passing underneath.

Tsukawara Kofun Cluster
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What it is

  • One of Japan's largest kofun (burial mound) clusters.
  • Created between the 4th and 6th centuries.
  • Designated a National Historic Site in 1976.
  • Discovered during Kyushu Expressway construction.

What to see

  • 77 restored burial mounds in Tsukawara Kofun Park.
  • Kyushu Expressway passing directly under the mounds.
  • Kumamoto City Tsukawara Historical Folk Museum.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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