Gobyoyama Kofun

御廟山古墳

4.0Est. 45Sakai, Kansai

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Overview

A mid-sized, heavily forested keyhole tomb surrounded by tranquil water moats.

A mid-sized keyhole tomb situated near the massive Daisen Kofun. Its double moats and beautifully maintained forest cover offer a tranquil environment for a perimeter walk. It provides an excellent scale comparison when exploring the larger surrounding tombs.

Local tips

Walk the paved path along the northern edge of the moat for the clearest, most symmetrical view of the keyhole shape.

Practical info

Japanese name: 御廟山古墳
Nearest station: Nakamozu Station (15 min walk)

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