Nara Pref. Keyhole-shaped mound

Isonokami Otsuka Kofun

LocationNara Pref.
ShapeKeyhole-shaped mound
Mound length107 m
PeriodEarly 6th century
DesignationNational Historic Site

Overview

A large mound beside Uwanarizuka. Tenri City's records date it to the late 6th century.

Finds & research

Stone facing and haniwa are documented, and a fragment of a tuff sarcophagus was recovered.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
An approximately 107m keyhole mound at Isonokami, Tenri. It was a two-tiered mound with a moat and outer bank; traces of an estimated 9–10m horizontal chamber have been identified in the front portion.
Imperial Household Agency view
This is not an IHA mausoleum; National Historic Site designation is not confirmed.

Field notes

The mound is preserved. Follow on-site signs and do not enter private land.

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Sources

天理市 石上大塚古墳天理市刊行物訂正表

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