Nagatsuka Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Sakai-ku, Japan
The Nagatsuka Kofun features a distinctive keyhole shape with a round front section and rectangular back section, rising prominently above the surrounding landscape.
Built during the 5th century, this burial mound belongs to the Mozu Tombs complex, representing a period when powerful rulers constructed large-scale funerary monuments.
The tomb contains clay haniwa figurines, which were placed around burial mounds during funeral ceremonies to protect and accompany the deceased in the afterlife.
Visitors can reach the burial mound through Mozu Station, which connects to major transport hubs like Kansai International Airport and Shin-Osaka Station.
The structure includes a complex system of moats and multiple tiers, demonstrating advanced engineering capabilities of ancient Japanese builders.
Location: Sakai-ku
Inception: 5 century
Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun
Part of: Mozu Tombs
GPS coordinates: 34.55767,135.48750
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:45
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