Tsunashima Kofun

Tsunashima Kofun is an ancient burial mound with a circular shape located in Yokohama. The earthen mound rises gently from the surrounding flat ground and remains clearly visible as an archaeological landmark.

This mound was built in the 5th century when local leaders demonstrated their power through monumental graves. Its construction marks a period when such burial sites became key symbols of social order and authority.

The circular mound reflects how important the deceased were in ancient society and how families honored their loved ones. Visitors walking around this site sense the connection between past generations and the values that shaped their world.

The site is easy to reach by train and has marked pathways around the mound. Information panels on-site explain the history and structure of the monument in multiple languages.

Excavations uncovered pottery and metal items that show how people placed objects with the deceased. These discoveries reveal everyday items considered valuable enough to accompany the dead on their journey.