Wakayama Pref. Round mound

Kamiyama Kofun

LocationWakayama Pref.
ShapeRound mound
Mound length40 m
PeriodLate Kofun period

Overview

A circular tumulus in Susami Town, Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture. Estimated restored diameter ~40m, height ~4m (about three-quarters of the mound was lost to development; a prefectural source gives 20m for the surviving portion). Contains two corridor-style stone chambers and one box-type stone coffin with numerous grave goods. Artifacts designated as Wakayama Prefectural Tangible Cultural Property.

Finds & research

Numerous grave goods and pottery.

Field notes

About 5 minutes by car from Susami-Minami IC on the Kisei Expressway.

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Sources

和歌山県教育委員会Wikipedia
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