Nishimotomezuka Kofun

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Nishimotomezuka Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Nada Ward, Japan

The burial structure consists of two conjoined rectangular sections measuring 98 meters in length and rising 9 meters above ground level.

Archaeological excavations in 1985 revealed that this tomb predates 250 CE and contains 11 bronze mirrors mentioned in Chinese chronicles.

The burial chamber features a split bamboo-shaped coffin and stone materials transported from different Japanese provinces, reflecting ancient construction methods.

The archaeological site functions as a public park and visitors can reach it within two minutes on foot from Nishinada Station.

Excavators discovered seven triangular-rimmed divine beast mirrors that Emperor Cao Rui sent to Queen Himiko of Wa in 239 CE.

Location: Nada Ward

Architectural style: two conjoined rectangles-type kofun

GPS coordinates: 34.70504,135.22632

Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:34

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