Large circular mound (~42m dia.) in Kinokawa City. A late Kofun-period mound with horizontal stone chamber, representative of the Kinokawa River basin.
Finds & research
Details unknown.
Two views on the occupant
Archaeological view
Large circular mound ~42m diameter. Located in Kinokawa City (former Kishigawa-cho). Estimated 6th-century construction. Contains a horizontal stone chamber; presumed to be the tomb of a local elite of the late Kofun period in the Kinokawa River basin.
Imperial Household Agency view
Not designated by the IHA.
Field notes
Conveniently accessed along the Kintetsu Tawaramoto Line. Recommended combined with other historic sites in Kinokawa City.