120m keyhole mound in Saira, Iga City, Mie Prefecture. Late 4th-century early Kofun-period mound. Kyoto University excavations (1948–1951) yielded clay coffin chambers, wooden coffins, weapons, mirrors, and more — key evidence for early Kofun-period chieftains in the Iga region.
Finds & research
Three clay burial chambers, wooden coffins, iron weapons, armor, bronze mirrors, stone bracelets (Kyoto Univ. excavation 1948–1951).
Two views on the occupant
Archaeological view
120m keyhole mound (rear circle 70m dia., front section 40m wide). Located in Saira, Iga City. Late 4th century; third largest in Mie Prefecture. Kyoto University / Kobayashi Yukio academic excavations (1948–1951) uncovered three clay burial chambers in the rear section containing wooden coffins, weapons, armor, mirrors, and stone ornaments — key data for understanding early Kofun-period elites in the Mie region.
Imperial Household Agency view
Not designated by the IHA. Protected as one of the major keyhole mounds in Mie Prefecture.
Field notes
Located in Saira, Iga City. About 10 min by car from JR Kansai Main Line "Sanagutsu" Station. Recommended with Omihakayama Kofun (id:328) on an Iga kofun tour.