Attraction

Mitsujo Kofun Tumulus (Burial Mounds)

One of the largest groups of keyhole-shaped tumulus (burial mounds) in Hiroshima Prefecture, designated as a National Historic Site

Mitsujō Kofun, located in Saijo-cho, Higashihiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a group of ancient tumuli consisting of keyhole-shaped and round tumuli. Tumulus No. 1 is a keyhole-shaped tumulus, having one square end and one circular end and a total length of approximately 92 meters, making it the largest in Hiroshima Prefecture. Built in the first half of the 5th century, this ancient tomb is believed to be the burial site of a powerful clan that ruled the Aki region at the time. It has been restored to its original state and has been open to the public since 1994.

Currently known as Mitsujō Park, it is a popular spot where visitors can experience history up close. Various burial items and haniwa figurines that have been excavated from the burial mounds are on display at the Guidance Corner of the Higashihiroshima City Central Library, located to the east. There is also an exhibition room inside the park management building where visitors can learn about history through explanatory panels about the ancient burial mounds and replicas of haniwa figurines.

Information

  • Western Toilets

  • Parking

  • Photography Allowed

  • Location

    7-24 Saijochuo, Higashihiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture

  • Opening Hours

    All day
    ■Mitsujō Kofun Panel Exhibition Room
    10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays
    ■Mitsujō Kofun Guidance Corner (inside Higashihiroshima City Central Library)
    10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

  • Closed Days / Holidays

    ■Mitsujō Kofun Panel Exhibition Room
    Weekdays, end of the year/New Year holidays

    ■Mitsujō Kofun Guidance Corner (inside Higashihiroshima City Central Library)
    Same as Higashihiroshima City Library

  • Contact Information

  • Budget & Payment Methods

    Free

  • Website / Social Media

    https://www.city.higashihiroshima.lg.jp/soshiki/kyoikuiinkaishogaigakushu/3/11/bunkazai/town/saijo/43652.html

  • Languages

    ■ English-speaking staff
    Unfortunately, we have no English speakers on staff. We apologize for the inconvenience.

    ■ Signage in English
    Unfortunately, there is no signage in English. We apologize for the inconvenience.

  • Parking

    Space for approximately 20 cars

  • Others

    ■Western-style toilet (barrier-free toilet available)

  • Access

    ■ Access via public transportation
    Approximately 10 minutes on the Saijo City Loop Bus "Nonta Bus" (Blue Route (Inner Loop)) from JR Saijo Station
    Approximately 3 minutes on foot from the Mitsujō Kofun-mae bus stop

    ■ Access by car
    Approximately 15 minutes by car from the Saijo Interchange on the Sanyo Expressway

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