Wakayama Pref. Round mound

Kamiyama Kofun

LocationWakayama Pref.
ShapeRound mound
Mound length20 m
Period6th century
DesignationNot designated

Overview

A 6th-century round mound in Susami, 20m in diameter and 4m high. A group of 392 objects from its horizontal chamber is a Wakayama Prefectural Tangible Cultural Property.

Finds & research

Numerous grave goods and pottery.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
A round mound in Susami, 20m in diameter and 4m high, built in the 6th century with a horizontal stone chamber.
Imperial Household Agency view
Not an IHA mausoleum. A group of 392 excavated objects was designated a Wakayama Prefectural Tangible Cultural Property on 15 January 2015.

Field notes

Check current Susami Town guidance for mound access and artifact display.

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Sources

和歌山県 上ミ山古墳和歌山県 指定文化財目録
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