Kōjin-yama Kofun

The Kojin-yama Kofun burial mound measures 124 meters in length and extends across 13,150 square meters on a ridge near Mount Kojin.

Built during the Kofun period, this three-tiered burial structure received official recognition as a National Historic Site of Japan in February 2011.

Archaeological excavations between 2002 and 2007 uncovered numerous haniwa pottery pieces, including cylindrical types and shapes representing houses, animals, and figures.

Located ten minutes by car from Kawase Station on the JR Biwako Line, the burial mound maintains open access for visitors throughout the year.

The structure ranks as the second largest kofun in Shiga Prefecture, featuring a distinctive keyhole shape with both square and circular sections.

Location: Hikone

Inception: 4 century

Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun

GPS coordinates: 35.23525,136.19788

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:04