Rokuroseyama Kofun Cluster
A ancient tomb in Fukui — vast tombs of ancient rulers.
Overview
The Rokuroseyama Kofun Cluster is a group of burial mounds located in Sakai, Fukui Prefecture. Built on hilly terrain, this ancient burial ground is prized as a precious historic site conveying the history of the Kofun period. Designated a National Historic Site, it is one of the region's representative ruins.
Highlights
- ●Burial mound cluster designated a National Historic Site
- ●Kofun-period burial ground built on hilly terrain
- ●Ruins conveying the history of Maruoka in Sakai
- ●The firm historical recognition of a 1990 designation
History
The Rokuroseyama Kofun Cluster lies in the Maruoka neighborhood of Sakai, Fukui Prefecture, and was designated a National Historic Site of Japan on May 16, 1990. As a burial ground raised here during the Kofun period, it is a valuable cultural heritage that conveys the history of that era.
Access
The site is located in Sakai (the Maruoka neighborhood), Fukui Prefecture. As the mounds spread across hilly ground, comfortable walking clothes are recommended. Please check specific routes and accessible areas on maps and official information.
Best season
Daytime in spring or autumn, when vegetation settles and footing is clearer, is recommended. Since you walk over hilly ground, visiting on a settled-weather day lets you observe the mound terrain at leisure.
Map
36.1175, 136.3152 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Check accessible areas and routes on maps and official sources
- 2Head to the kofun cluster in Maruoka, Sakai
- 3Trace the mound terrain spread across the hills
- 4Reflect on its history as a National Historic Site
Did you know?
💡 The Rokuroseyama Kofun Cluster was designated a National Historic Site on May 16, 1990. Even the exact date of designation survives, hinting at its high historical value.
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