Also known as: Mausoleum of Oshisaka-no-Onakatsu-hime
Location
Nara Pref.
Shape
Keyhole-shaped mound
Mound length
219 m
Period
Early 5th c.
Overview
219m mound in Nara City. Designated as the mausoleum of Empress Iwa-no-hime, consort of Emperor Nintoku.Often considered alongside Daisen Kofun (Emperor Nintoku's mausoleum) in Osaka.
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
Actual occupant unknown. 219m mound in the Saki group.
Imperial Household Agency view
Managed by IHA as the mausoleum of Empress Iwa-no-hime, consort of Emperor Nintoku.