Tatetsuki Site, Yayoi period burial mound in Kurashiki, Japan
The Tatetsuki Site features a central circular mound measuring 49 meters in diameter with rectangular projections extending from both sides.
Built during the late Yayoi period in the 2nd century, this burial mound contained wooden coffins with 32 kilograms of mercury vermillion spread underneath.
Archaeological excavations revealed numerous ritual objects, including iron swords, curved jewels, glass beads, and ceramic pedestals within the central mound.
The site is managed by the Koikui Shrine and received national historic designation status on December 9, 1981.
At an estimated total length of 83 meters, the Tatetsuki Site stands as the largest known Yayoi period burial mound in Japan.
Location: Kurashiki
GPS coordinates: 34.66340,133.82502
Latest update: November 15, 2025 08:31
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