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Yamada Takatsuka Kofun

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山田高塚古墳

Ancient burial mound of an empress and prince, with unique three-tiered construction.

Yamada Takatsuka Kofun
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What it is

  • Ancient burial mound, also known as Takamatsu Kofun.
  • Designated tomb of Empress Suiko and Prince Takeda.
  • Part of the Shinaga-dani Kofun Group.
  • Located on a plateau in Shinaga-dani.

What to see

  • Three-tiered mound with a square and rectangular shape.
  • Mound exterior has stone revetments.
  • Presumed two horizontal stone chambers inside.
  • Ancient texts mention two stone coffins.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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