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Uwanarizuka Kofun

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Explore a large 6th-century keyhole-shaped burial mound, offering a glimpse into ancient Japanese history.

Uwanarizuka Kofun
Saigen Jiro CC0 resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

  • A keyhole-shaped tumulus.
  • Part of the Isonokami-Toyoda Kofun Group.
  • Constructed in the late 6th century.
  • One of Nara Prefecture's largest late-period kofun.

What to see

  • The tumulus built on a hilltop.
  • The front part, now an orchard.
  • Cylindrical haniwa collected from the surface.
  • A horizontal stone burial chamber, 15 meters long.
  • The stone chamber opens to the south.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

Uwanarizuka Kofun Open in Google Maps

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