Kusahaka Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Sakurai, Japan
Kusahaka Kofun spans 278 meters in length and reaches heights of 30 meters, featuring a distinctive square design with surrounding moat structures.
Archaeological excavations in 1955 and 1983 revealed fragments of bamboo-shaped wooden sarcophagi, providing evidence of burial practices from the 4th century.
The site holds connections to Princess Yamato Totohi Momoso and contains elements reflecting the emergence of the Yamato Kingship in ancient Japan.
Located on a plateau 10 meters above the Nitagawa River, the site remains open for visitors as part of the Sakurai Kofun Park.
The southern section of this burial mound underwent alterations in antiquity, with the moat measuring between 7 to 20 meters wide.
Location: Sakurai
Inception: 7 century
Architectural style: square kofun
GPS coordinates: 34.50317,135.84571
Latest update: March 11, 2025 23:35
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