Akasakaimai Tumuli, Ancient burial site in Mineyama, Japan
The Akasakaimai Tumuli features a large burial mound measuring 39 meters north-south, 36 meters east-west, and 4 meters in height.
Built in the early 3rd century during the late Yayoi period, this archaeological site contains 25 burial facilities across its summit and base areas.
The excavated artifacts include glass beads, jasper ornaments, iron swords, and imported pottery, indicating trade connections with mainland Asia.
The burial mound stands on a hilltop overlooking a narrow valley connecting the Nakagori Basin to the Sea of Japan, 5 kilometers away.
The central burial chamber measures 14 meters by 10.5 meters, making it one of the largest burial structures from this period in Japan.
GPS coordinates: 35.64333,135.05056
Latest update: May 12, 2025 08:01
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