Otsuka Kofun

Otsuka Kofun features a distinctive keyhole shape with a circular mound for the sarcophagus and a connected trapezoidal section for ceremonial purposes.

Built between the 3rd and 7th centuries, this tomb represents the ancient burial practices of Japanese imperial family members and ruling class elites.

The burial chamber contains wooden coffins surrounded by flat stone walls, housing bronze mirrors, weapons, armor, and ornaments made of jade and jasper.

The tomb site stands 35 meters tall and extends 486 meters in length, making it comparable to ancient Egyptian pyramids in terms of construction scale.

Three moats encircle the burial mound, while 30,000 terracotta figures called haniwa were positioned along its terraces to create protective boundaries.

Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun

GPS coordinates: 34.67237,134.97213

Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:29