Early keyhole mound (Hanayama No.8) in the Iwase Senzuka National Special Historic Site. Together with No.44, among the earliest chieftain burials in the complex. Late 4th to early 5th century.
Finds & research
Details unknown (early stone chamber or wooden coffin).
Two views on the occupant
Archaeological view
Keyhole mound in the Hanayama district. Together with No.44, one of the earliest mounds in the entire Iwase Senzuka group. Late 4th to early 5th century. Representative of the Hanayama sub-group — the earliest zone of chieftain burials. Estimated mound length ~38m.
Imperial Household Agency view
Not designated by the IHA. Protected as part of the Iwase Senzuka National Special Historic Site.
Field notes
About 20 min on foot from Kii Fudoki-no-Oka. Recommended with Hanayama No.44 (id:359).