Hōraiyama Kofun, Imperial tomb in Nara, Japan.
The Horaiyama Kofun extends 227 meters in length and features a three-tiered structure with a circular rear portion measuring 123 meters in diameter.
Constructed between the late 4th and early 5th centuries, this keyhole-shaped burial mound holds the remains of Emperor Suinin, the 11th Emperor of Japan.
The burial site contains numerous haniwa clay figures and stone materials that represent the funerary practices of ancient Japanese imperial families.
Visitors can reach the tomb by taking a short walk from Amagatsuji Station on the Kintetsu Kashihara Line, with walking paths surrounding the entire structure.
The tomb includes a moat system that maintains the same water level throughout its perimeter, making it an early example of advanced engineering.
Location: Nara
Inception: 4 century
Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun
Website: https://kunaicho.go.jp/ryobo/guide/011
GPS coordinates: 34.68013,135.78142
Latest update: May 12, 2025 07:10
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