Futago Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Anjo, Japan
Futago Kofun is a burial mound featuring two connected rectangular sections stretching 81 meters long, with the rear portion measuring 10 meters high and 45 meters wide. The structure demonstrates the distinctive double-rectangle form typical of early Imperial Japanese burial sites.
The burial mound was constructed in the late 3rd century or early 4th century, evidenced by building techniques and the absence of decorative elements. This period marks an important transition in ancient Japanese burial practices when such monumental structures became standard.
The flat summit contains a square platform on the east side that served as a sacred space for burial rituals during the Kofun period. Visitors can still observe traces of these ritual practices, showing how important such places were to ancient communities.
The site is about a 10-minute walk from Horiuchikoen Station on the Meitetsu Nishio Line and provides public access throughout the year. The grounds are openly accessible and can be visited during most daylight hours.
Archaeological surveys in 2003 uncovered a complete moat system surrounding the mound, revealing new insights into ancient Japanese burial site design. This complex water system demonstrates that such monuments were far more elaborate than previously understood.
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