Shikinzan Kofun

Shikinzan Kofun is a large burial mound in Ibaraki with an extended, elongated shape and a system of moats surrounding it. The site displays typical features of early Japanese burial architecture from ancient times.

The mound was built in the 4th century during a time when political power was reorganizing in Japan. The structure belongs to a period when burial monuments of this scale were raised for influential individuals.

The mound contains numerous clay sculptures called haniwa, depicting warriors, animals, and daily objects that reflect ancient Japanese funeral ceremonies.

The site can be reached on foot from the train station and is accessible to visitors year-round. Good footwear is recommended since the route crosses uneven ground and the mound's surface can be climbed.

Excavations uncovered jewelry and ceremonial weapons indicating the high status of the deceased. These objects reveal how important craftsmanship and artistic skill were in that ancient society.

Location: Ibaraki

Inception: 4 century

GPS coordinates: 34.84422,135.54606

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:27