Kamunazuka Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Kofu, Japan
Kamunazuka Kofun is a circular burial mound in Kofu with a diameter of about 40 meters and a height of 7 meters. It contains a stone chamber that can be entered through a side passage.
The mound was built in the latter half of the 6th century, when local leaders used monumental tombs to show their power. This period marked a time of growing regional authority in Japan.
The name Kamunazuka reflects early connections between Japanese and Korean peoples in the Yamanashi region. You can sense this cross-cultural link when visiting the site today.
The mound sits in the northern mountainous area of Kofu and can be viewed from several vantage points, including from Entakuji Temple's Jizo-do. The surrounding area offers views of the Minami Alps.
The ceiling stones show advanced construction methods that the builders used to create a strong, stable interior. Visitors can walk through the spacious chamber and feel the scale of this ancient engineering achievement.
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