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Hirugami Kurumazuka Kofun

Japan

Hirugami Kurumazuka Kofun
Photo: Saigen Jiro · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons

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Hirugami Kurumazaka Kofun is a zenpō-kōen-fun (keyhole-shaped) kofun, or ancient Japanese burial mound, located in Japan. As a zenpō-kōen-fun, the structure exhibits the distinctive form characteristic of this mound type, featuring both squared and rounded sections that create the iconic keyhole silhouette when viewed from above. This architectural style represents a significant development in Kofun period burial practices, reflecting the monumental aspirations and construction capabilities of ancient Japanese societies.

Movement

Type
kofun, zenpō-kōen-fun
Place
Japan

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