Miyayama Kofun Group

The Miyayama Kofun Group consists of several ancient burial mounds with distinctive keyhole shapes, featuring separate sections for rituals and interments. These structures are spread across the landscape, with each mound containing different chamber systems and entry passages.

The burial mounds were constructed between 250 and 538 AD, reflecting a transitional period in Japanese history. They demonstrate changes in burial practices and growing outside influences on local society.

The mounds show how people of that era honored their dead and what items they placed in tombs for the afterlife. The discovered objects reveal everyday skills and social distinctions among the ancient population.

The site is best reached on foot from Kakogawa by following the marked paths that connect to the various mounds. Comfortable footwear and weather preparation are important, as the terrain includes elevation changes.

The Miyayama Otsuka Kofun stands out for its exceptional state of preservation and the large quantity of artifacts recovered from its chambers. This abundance of objects makes it a particularly valuable window into the past.