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Umeyama Kofun

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See the largest kofun in Asuka Village, a keyhole-shaped tumulus from the Kofun period.

Umeyama Kofun
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What it is

  • A kofun in Asuka Village, Nara Prefecture.
  • Designated as Emperor Kinmei's mausoleum.
  • Kashikodame was reburied here in 612.
  • Designated a Japan Heritage cultural property in 2015.

What to see

  • A keyhole-shaped tumulus.
  • The tumulus is 140 meters long.
  • The rear circular part is 72 meters in diameter.
  • The largest kofun in Asuka Village.
  • Known for many fukiishi.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Umeyama Kofun Open in Google Maps

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