Nara Pref. Keyhole-shaped mound

Uenoyama Kofun

Also known as: Accessory Mound of Shibuya Mukoyama (Emperor Keiko Mausoleum)
LocationNara Pref.
ShapeKeyhole-shaped mound
Mound length144 m
PeriodLate 4th c.
DesignationImperial Satellite Tomb (IHA)

Overview

A large mound north of Shibuya Mukoyama Kofun.

Finds & research

Cylindrical haniwa came from the western moat; the burial facility and grave goods are unknown.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
An approximately 144m keyhole mound at Shibuya, Tenri, built in the late 4th century. Investigation on its west found the moat and cylindrical haniwa.
Imperial Household Agency view
Managed by the IHA as a satellite tomb of Emperor Keiko's Yamanobe-no-Michi-no-E Mausoleum; its occupant is unknown.

Field notes

Do not enter the IHA-managed mound; view from outside and follow signs.

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Sources

天理市 上の山古墳

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