A 111m keyhole mound in Matsusaka, Mie, forming the National Historic Site Takarazuka Kofun with No. 2. Eight excavated boat-, enclosure-, and house-shaped haniwa became a National Treasure in 2024. Finds are exhibited at the city Cultural Property Center Haniwa Museum.
Finds & research
Eight boat-, enclosure-, and house-shaped haniwa were designated a National Treasure on 27 August 2024; 262 haniwa fragments and eight pottery or clay objects are associated designated items.
Two views on the occupant
Archaeological view
The largest keyhole mound in the Ise region, 111m long and about 10m high at the rear. It is dated to the early 5th century. Boat-, enclosure-, and house-shaped haniwa were found at a mound projection. In 2024, eight haniwa (one boat, three enclosures, four houses) were designated a National Treasure, with 262 haniwa fragments and eight pottery or clay objects listed as associated items. The boat haniwa helps document the form of large Kofun-period vessels.
Imperial Household Agency view
Not an IHA mausoleum. Designated a National Historic Site with No. 2 on 25 April 1932.
Field notes
The historic-site park is accessible. The Matsusaka City Cultural Property Center (Haniwa Museum) currently charges admission (free for those 18 and under); check current fees.