Kawarazuka Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Gyoda, Japan
The Kawarazuka Kofun extends 73 meters in length and features a keyhole shape with a square end and a circular end when viewed from above.
The burial mound was constructed in the first half of the 6th century and received designation as a Special National Historic Site of Japan in 2020.
Excavated haniwa artifacts from the tumulus, including house models, waterfowl figures, and human representations, reveal details about ancient Japanese clothing and ceremonies.
The site includes a rectangular double moat and stands near the Saitama Prefectural Museum of the Sakitama Ancient Burial Mounds with public access for visitors.
The posterior circular portion measures 36.5 meters in diameter and 5.1 meters in height, while the anterior rectangular section spans 47 meters in width.
Location: Gyoda
Inception: 6 century
Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun
Part of: Sakitama Kofun Cluster
GPS coordinates: 36.12489,139.47711
Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:47
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