Also known as: Kochi-no-Shinaga-no-Hara-no-Misasagi (Mausoleum of Emperor Yomei)
Location
Osaka Pref.
Shape
Square mound
Mound length
65 m
Period
Early 7th c.
IHA designation
IHA-managed (no public entry)
Overview
Square mound in Taishi Town. Father of Prince Shotoku.
Finds & research
No excavation permitted under IHA mausoleum regulations. Internal structure and grave goods remain unknown. Exterior viewable from public paths.
Two views on the occupant
Archaeological view
Square mound 65×60m with moat and outer embankment.
Imperial Household Agency view
Officially designated "Kochi-no-Shinaga-no-Hara-no-Misasagi" and managed by the IHA as the mausoleum of Emperor Yomei (31st Emperor). [IHA Visiting Info] Address: 大阪府南河内郡太子町大字春日 / Access: （バス停）用明天皇陵前から徒歩約5分 / Hours: 原則、8時30分～17時 (open year-round in principle). Stamp storage: 古市陵墓監区事務所.
Field notes
Part of the Shinatani group. Father of Prince Shotoku.