Kyoto Pref. Round tumulus IHA imperial tomb

Mausoleum of Emperor Saga

LocationKyoto Pref.
ShapeRound tumulus
PeriodUnknown
DesignationImperial Mausoleum (IHA)
IHA designationIHA-managed (no public entry)

Overview

An IHA-designated imperial mausoleum. Its official attribution is distinguished from archaeologically established occupancy and date.

Finds & research

Burial facilities and grave goods are not publicly detailed.

Two views on the occupant

Archaeological view
The current IHA page establishes the official form but does not provide archaeological size, construction date, or burial structure.
Imperial Household Agency view
Managed by the IHA as an imperial mausoleum; the official form is recorded on the cited IHA page.

Field notes

The IHA currently suspends worship because of rockfall risk on the approach; check the official page for reopening.

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Sources

宮内庁 嵯峨天皇 嵯峨山上陵

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