Overview
The Takamatsuzuka Tomb is a kofun within the Asuka Historical National Government Park in Asuka, Nara Prefecture. Built in the Fujiwara-kyo period (694-710), it is a terminal-phase circular tomb of two tiers, measuring 23 m in diameter at the lower tier and 18 m at the upper tier, with a height of 5 m. It rose to prominence in 1972 when vividly colored murals were discovered inside.
Highlights
- ●Two-tiered circular burial mound
- ●Historic site famed for its 1972 mural discovery
- ●Takamatsuzuka murals designated a National Treasure
- ●Setting within the Asuka Historical National Government Park
History
The tomb is a terminal-phase kofun built during the Fujiwara-kyo period (694-710). In 1972 the discovery of vividly colored murals brought it to wide attention. The mound was provisionally restored to its original form in 2009 and opened to the public. The stone chamber bearing the murals was moved to a conservation facility within the historical park in 2007, and its preservation work was completed in March 2020.
Access
The tomb lies within the Asuka Historical National Government Park in Asuka, Nara Prefecture, and can be reached while strolling through the park.
Best season
It can be visited year-round; the fresh green of spring and the autumn season are especially pleasant for walking the grounds.
Map
34.4622, 135.8065 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Enter the Asuka Historical National Government Park
- 2View the provisionally restored two-tiered mound
- 3Read the exhibits about the vivid murals
- 4Stroll the park to explore nearby historic sites
Did you know?
💡 The mound was provisionally restored to its original construction form in 2009 and is open to the public.
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