Nara Pref. Round tumulus IHA imperial tomb

Yashima Mausoleum

Also known as: Emperor Sudo (Prince Sawara)
LocationNara Pref.
ShapeRound tumulus
IHA designationIHA-managed (no public entry)

Two views on the occupant

Imperial Household Agency view
Managed by the IHA as the Yashima Mausoleum of Emperor Sudo (Prince Sawara, Emperor Kanmu's brother, who died protesting his innocence in 785 and became the focus of vengeful-spirit worship; reburied and titled in 800). The "Eight Stones" before the tomb are exposed ceiling slabs of a late-kofun chamber.
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Sources

Wikipedia奈良市観光協会

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