Inariyama Kofun

Inariyama Kofun is a burial mound in Gyōda, Saitama Prefecture, Japan, shaped like a keyhole with one square end and one rounded end. The monument measures roughly 120 meters from end to end and sits within the Sakitama complex alongside other ancient earthworks from the same period.

The tomb dates from the 5th century when local clans ruled over the Kantō plain. The burial chamber held iron swords, bronze mirrors, and silver rings uncovered during excavations in 1968.

The main axis of the burial mound aligns with Mount Fuji, visible from the summit of the posterior circular section, demonstrating ancient architectural planning.

From Tokyo, take the JR line to Fukiage Station and then a local bus to the park entrance. Access to the site is open and visitors can walk around the mound on foot.

The gold characters on the sword blade discovered in 1968 spell out the name Wowake and reference a local warrior from the 5th century. These inscriptions are now displayed in a museum near the site.

Location: Gyoda

Inception: 5 century

Architectural style: keyhole-shaped kofun

Part of: Sakitama Kofun Cluster

GPS coordinates: 36.12939,139.48102

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:06