A large keyhole mound in the Yoro group at Katsuhara, Himeji. This National Historic Site informs the study of early Kofun-period burial in the lower Ibo River area.
Finds & research
Part of a pit-style chamber near the rear-mound edge; the Agency records stone paving and haniwa, while grave goods remain unknown.
Two views on the occupant
Archaeological view
Himeji City gives a length of around 100m; the Agency for Cultural Affairs records 109m. The city calls it the largest among Harima’s oldest-style tombs. A pit-style chamber over 2m long is known near the edge of the rear mound; the city infers that the main burial lies elsewhere. The Agency records stone paving and haniwa but says grave goods are unknown. No find securely narrows its construction date.
Imperial Household Agency view
Not designated by the IHA. National Historic Site (1978).
Field notes
Located in Katsuhara, Himeji. Part of a chamber is exposed; follow local guidance on where visitors may enter.