Nara Pref. Keyhole-shaped mound

Nikiyama Kofun

LocationNara Pref.
ShapeKeyhole-shaped mound
Mound length200 m
PeriodEarly 5th c.

Overview

200m mound in Koryo-cho. Located in the northern section of Mamikyu Ryoko Park. Managed by the IHA as a mausoleum reference site.Located near Otomeyama and Nagareyama Kofun within Mamikyu Ryoko Park.

Finds & research

IHA-designated reference site (Miyoshi Ryobo Sankochi); excavation prohibited. From exterior survey, the three-tiered mound form is confirmed; traces of stone paving and cylindrical haniwa rows have been reported from surface observation and collection. The basic structure of the 200m keyhole mound with surrounding moat is established. Internal burial chamber and grave goods unknown. Located in the northern section of Umagami Hills Park, forming the central Umagami group together with Suyama Kofun (220m) and Otomeyama Kofun (130m). Its restricted IHA status contrasts with the neighboring Suyama Kofun (Special National Historic Site), which has undergone full archaeological investigation.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
200m mound, rear diameter 117m, height 19m. A major tomb of the central Umagami group, contemporary with Suyama Kofun.
Imperial Household Agency view
Designated as Miyoshi Ryobo Sankochi. Archaeological date (early 5th c.) greatly precedes the IHA's candidate.
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Sources

宮内庁Wikipedia広陵町教育委員会奈良県立図書情報館

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