Anesaki Futago-zuka Kofun

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Anesaki Futago-zuka Kofun, Keyhole-shaped burial mound in Chiba Prefecture, Japan

The Anesaki Futago-zuka Kofun features a rectangular front section connected to a circular rear portion, forming a distinctive keyhole shape from an aerial view point.

Constructed between the 3rd and 7th centuries during the Kofun period, this burial mound represents the emergence of centralized power in ancient Japanese society.

The tomb contains grave goods including weapons, pottery, and bronze mirrors, while clay sculptures called haniwa mark the sacred boundaries of the burial ground.

The Imperial Household Agency manages access to the site, which remains restricted to researchers and requires special permission for archaeological investigations.

The name Futago-zuka translates to 'two children mound' in Japanese, suggesting specific historical figures or local legends connected to this ancient burial site.

Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun

GPS coordinates: 35.48056,140.05222

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:29

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