Kabutozuka Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Iwaki, Japan
The circular burial mound measures 37 meters in diameter and rises 8.2 meters high on flat ground near the Natsui River mouth.
The tomb structure dates from the late 6th to late 7th centuries and received National Historic Site designation status in 1923.
The burial mound takes its name from its shape resembling a kabuto helmet and stands as evidence of regional burial practices.
Visitors can reach the burial mound by walking 40 minutes from Kusano Station on the JR East Joban Line through the surrounding rice fields.
Recent construction work for Route 6 Bypass revealed additional tombs and artifacts around the main burial mound structure.
Location: Iwaki
Architectural style: circular kofun
GPS coordinates: 37.05319,140.94192
Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:57
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