Kitora Tomb, Ancient burial mound in Asuka, Japan
The circular burial chamber contains 18 blocks of altered tuff stone from Mount Fuji, measuring 13.8 meters in diameter at its base level.
Archaeological studies indicate the construction of this tomb occurred between the late 7th and early 8th centuries during the final phase of the Kofun period.
The stone walls display painted murals of four guardian beasts, twelve zodiac signs, and an astronomical chart representing the celestial bodies of that period.
Visits to the tomb require advance reservations through the Kitora Tomb Experiential Museum, with viewing sessions available between mid-October and early November.
The tomb contains the earliest known star chart in East Asia, featuring 68 constellations mapped onto the ceiling of the burial chamber.
Location: Asuka
Architectural style: circular kofun
Part of: Asuka Historical National Government Park
Website: https://asuka-park.jp/tw/area/kitora/midokoro/#midokoro02
GPS coordinates: 34.45120,135.80500
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:34
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