Nakayama Ōtsuka Kofun

The Nakayama Ōtsuka Kofun features a three-tiered structure with a square front facing south and a circular back facing north, extending 234 meters in length.

Built between the late third and early fourth centuries, this burial mound forms part of the Ōyamato Kofun Cluster and represents construction methods of ancient Japanese society.

The tomb incorporates fukiishi stones collected from riverbeds and cylindrical haniwa arrangements, demonstrating the mortuary practices during the Kofun period in Japan.

The Imperial Household Agency maintains and restricts access to the site, while archaeological research continues through scheduled excavations and structural documentation.

Excavations in 1988 and 1993 revealed ceremonial vessel stands, jars, and haniwa sculptures that provide information about early Japanese funerary traditions.

Location: Tenri

Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun

Part of: Ōyamato Kofun Cluster

GPS coordinates: 34.56583,135.84806

Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:13