Dōgameyama Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Sakai-ku, Japan
Dōgameyama Kofun is a square-shaped burial mound in Sakai with 26-meter sides and a height of 5.4 meters, built in two tiers. The structure sits on level ground, allowing visitors to view its geometric form from multiple vantage points.
The burial mound was built in the 5th century as part of the Mozu Tombs complex. It served as a satellite tomb within a larger funerary system centered around the massive Daisen Kofun.
The name comes from its turtle-like shape, visible from certain viewpoints around the grounds. Local people use this reference naturally when speaking about the site, reflecting how they perceive and relate to its distinctive form.
The site is accessible by a 30-meter walk from Dairyo-cho bus stop, with multilingual information boards placed throughout the grounds. Visitors can walk around the mound and read the boards to learn about its history and structure.
Excavations uncovered cylindrical clay figures, bell-shaped clay figures, and Sue pottery that reveal the sophistication of ancient burial practices. These discoveries show visitors the skill and effort invested in constructing these early tombs.
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