★ World Heritage Habikino / Fujiidera, Osaka Round mound

Kondamaruyama Kofun

LocationHabikino / Fujiidera, Osaka
ShapeRound mound
Mound length50 m
Period5th c.
World HeritageMozu-Furuichi Kofun Group (UNESCO)

Overview

A satellite of Konda Gobyoyama Kofun (425m), located adjacent to Konda Hachimangu shrine. A round mound, ~50m diameter. Traditionally associated with the excavation of National Treasure-class gilt-bronze horse gear, and related cultural artifacts are held in the shrine's treasure hall. 5th century; managed by the IHA as a satellite mound. The trio of Konda Gobyoyama, Konda Hachimangu shrine, and Kondamaruyama Kofun creates one of the most historically layered landscapes in the Furuichi group.Constituent monument of the "Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group" UNESCO WHS (2019). The gilt-bronze openwork saddle fittings traditionally attributed to this mound are designated National Treasures and rank among the oldest horse gear in Japan. Konda Hachimangu shrine, dedicated to Emperors Chuai and Ojin and Empress Jingu, is one of the founding shrines of Hachiman worship in Japan. The concentrated layering of ancient mound, early shrine, and National Treasures makes this area one of the most historically rich spots in the entire Furuichi group. Check in advance for opening schedules of the treasure hall.

Finds & research

No excavation permitted under IHA mausoleum regulations. Internal structure and grave goods remain unknown. Exterior viewable from public paths.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
Satellite of Konda Gobyoyama Kofun. A round mound, ~50m in diameter. 5th century. Tradition holds that gilt-bronze openwork saddle fittings (kondo sukashibori kura-kanagu)—a National Treasure—were excavated from this mound, though detailed archaeological records are limited. The associated artifacts are now preserved as treasures of Konda Hachimangu shrine: 8 bronze mirrors and gilt-bronze ornamental fittings are held in the shrine's treasure hall. Given its intimate relationship with the main Ojin mausoleum, the occupant may have been a close attendant, consort, or prince of the supposed Emperor Ojin.
Imperial Household Agency view
Managed by the IHA as a satellite tomb of Konda Gobyoyama Kofun (the Emperor Ojin mausoleum, 425m). Located adjacent to Konda Hachimangu shrine, it occupies a unique position as an IHA satellite mound within the precincts of an active religious site.
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Sources

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