Hachiman-yama Kofun, Archaeological burial mound in Gyoda, Japan.
The Hachiman-yama Kofun features a circular design with a diameter of 70 meters and stands as part of the Wakakodama Kofun group in Saitama Prefecture.
Built during the late 6th century AD, this burial mound represents the architectural traditions of the Kofun period when powerful clans constructed large tombs.
The structure contains multiple tiers and follows traditional Japanese burial customs, representing the social hierarchy and funerary practices of ancient Japan.
Visitors can reach the archaeological site through local transportation in Gyoda, where they can examine the preserved entrance and surrounding stone structures.
The burial mound once featured a protective moat system and has yielded numerous artifacts that received designation as National Important Cultural Properties.
Location: Gyoda
Architectural style: circular kofun
Part of: 若小玉古墳群
GPS coordinates: 36.14296,139.48684
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:07
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