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Shizuoka Historic site

Yonezuka Kofun Cluster

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Explore ancient burial mounds from the 5th century, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.

Yonezuka Kofun Cluster
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What it is

  • A cluster of ancient burial mounds, called kofun.
  • Nine tumuli are currently preserved.
  • Designated a Shizuoka Prefecture Historic Site in 1979.
  • Tumulus 1 dates to the late 5th century.

What to see

  • Twelve tumuli originally formed the cluster.
  • Tumulus 1 is 40 meters in diameter.
  • Tumulus 1 stands 6 meters high.
  • Tumulus 1 has a 7-meter wide moat.
  • Excavated artifacts include beads and iron arrowheads.
  • Horse fittings, Sue ware, and Haji ware were also found.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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