Bizen Kurumazuka Kofun, Ancient burial mound in Naka-ku, Okayama, Japan
Bizen Kurumazuka Kofun is an ancient burial mound in Naka-ku, Okayama, featuring two connected rectangular sections that form its main structure. The mound sits in an open area where visitors can see how this two-part design creates the distinctive silhouette of the tomb.
This burial mound dates to the early centuries of the common era when such structures were built for important individuals. Archaeological work at the site has uncovered ceremonial objects and mirrors that shed light on burial customs of that period.
The burial mound represents traditional Japanese funeral architecture and demonstrates the social hierarchy system that existed during the Kofun period.
The site is relatively open, allowing visitors to walk around and observe the mound's form from different angles. Comfortable shoes are helpful for exploring the area and appreciating the monument's structure.
The site maintains its original rectangular forms, offering researchers a clear example of the two conjoined rectangles architectural style used in ancient Japanese tombs.
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