The largest keyhole-shaped tumulus in Musashi Province at 138 meters, the central monument of the Sakitama kofun cluster
創建
500 年
種別
古墳
Access
15 min by bus from JR Gyoda Station, alight at Sakitama Kofun Park, 5 min walk
4834 Saitama, Gyoda, Saitama
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Kofun (Tumulus)
Founded 500
1526 years
概要
Futagoyama Kofun is a keyhole-shaped tumulus (zenpo-koen-fun) in the Sakitama Kofun Cluster, measuring 138 meters in length — the largest keyhole-shaped tumulus in Musashi Province. Estimated to date from the early 6th century, it is believed to be the tomb of the supreme ruler of ancient Musashi. The name Futagoyama (Twin Mountains) refers to the two connected mounds of the keyhole shape. Togethe…
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A keyhole-shaped tumulus built in the early 6th century. At 138 meters it is the largest in Musashi Province. The largest mound in the Sakitama Kofun Cluster. Considered the tomb of the supreme ruler of ancient Musashi. National Special Historic Site.