Umamukaiyama Kofun
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The Umamukaiyama Kofun (宇摩向山古墳) is a Kofun period burial mound, located in the Kinseicho neighborhood of the city of Shikokuchūō, Ehime on the island of Shikoku in Japan. It was designated a National Historic Site of Japan in 2011.[1] It is the largest rectangular burial mound in Shikoku.
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宇摩向山古墳 | |
Location | Shikokuchūō, Ehime, Japan |
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Region | Shikoku region |
Coordinates | 34°0′24.22″N 133°35′5.4″E |
Altitude | 121 m (397 ft) |
Type | Kofun |
Length | 70m |
Width | 46m |
History | |
Founded | early 7th century |
Periods | Kofun period |
Site notes | |
Excavation dates | 2003-2009 |
Public access | Yes |
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