Yoshimi Hyakuana Hikarigoke Hasseichi

The Yoshimi Hyakuana site contains 219 corridor-type tombs carved into volcanic tufa, forming an extensive network of underground chambers and passages.

The tombs were constructed during the late Tumulus period between the 6th and 7th centuries, receiving national historical site designation in 1923.

The excavation of these burial chambers reveals information about ancient Japanese funerary practices through architectural elements designed for coffin placement.

Visitors can reach the site via a 5-minute bus ride from Higashi-Matsuyama Station, with entry fees of 300 yen for adults and 200 yen for children.

The caves host colonies of Hikarigoke, a rare light-emitting moss that earned national natural monument status in 1928.

Location: Yoshimi

GPS coordinates: 36.03969,139.42125

Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:46