Nara Pref. Round tumulus IHA imperial tomb

Mausoleum of Emperor Kaika

LocationNara Pref.
ShapeRound tumulus
Mound length (IHA research report)about 100m
PeriodUnknown
DesignationImperial Mausoleum (IHA)
IHA designationIHA-managed (no public entry)

Overview

The IHA-designated site at Aburasaka, Nara. Its current official form is a round hill.

Finds & research

Burial facilities and grave goods are not publicly detailed.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
The IHA visitor page calls the official form a round hill, while its research division describes Nenbutsujiyama Kofun as a keyhole mound about 100 m long. The two IHA sources differ on form; the report does not establish its construction date or occupant.
Imperial Household Agency view
Managed by the IHA as an imperial mausoleum; the official form is recorded on the cited IHA page.

Field notes

Worship is generally available year-round from 08:30 to 17:00; follow current IHA guidance and signs.

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Sources

宮内庁書陵部紀要55 春日率川坂上陵立会調査(66頁)宮内庁 開化天皇 春日率川坂上陵

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