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Ishibutai Kofun

Tomb / BurialAsia

7th-century megalithic burial chamber attributed to Soga no Umako. Its 77-ton ceiling stone is the largest used in any kofun. The earth mound was removed centuries ago, exposing the megalithic core.

34.4669°, 135.8254°

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