Kyoto Pref. Keyhole-shaped mound

Ebisuyama Kofun

Also known as: Ebisuyama No.1 Kofun
LocationKyoto Pref.
ShapeKeyhole-shaped mound
Mound length145 m
PeriodMid-4th century
DesignationNational Historic Site

Overview

One of the largest mounds in the Sea of Japan region, restored in Yosano Town Kofun Park together with the Tsukuriyama group.

Finds & research

A large boat-shaped stone sarcophagus was identified in the rear burial facility. The mound has stone facing and haniwa rows.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
An approximately 145m three-tiered keyhole mound at Kaya and Akeshi, Yosano. Built in the mid-4th century, it has stone facing and haniwa rows. Its rear burial facility contained a boat-shaped stone sarcophagus.
Imperial Household Agency view
This is not an IHA mausoleum. Mounds Nos. 1–3 are preserved as the National Historic Site Ebisuyama Kofun.

Field notes

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Sources

与謝野町 古墳公園はにわ資料館与謝野町観光協会 古墳公園

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Sakuyama No.1 Kofun (28m)
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