Fujiidera, Osaka Round mound

Banshoyama Kofun

LocationFujiidera, Osaka
ShapeRound mound
Mound diameter22 m
PeriodLate 5th c.
DesignationNational Historic Site

Overview

A round mound preserved in a residential area of Fujigaoka 2-chome, Fujiidera, also called Mokkozuka. It was preserved in its present form during housing development. Fujiidera City dates it to the late 5th century, while its original form and the presence of a moat remain unconfirmed.

Finds & research

The city’s World Heritage description reports a few cylindrical haniwa fragments, while its historic site article says haniwa have not been confirmed. Stone facing, the burial facility and grave goods have not been confirmed.

Official status & archaeological view

Official status
It was added to the National Historic Site Furuichi Kofun Group in 2001.
Archaeological view
A round mound now 22m across and 3m high.

Field notes

The mound stands in a residential area and can be viewed from the road. Do not enter the mound.

⛩ Open the interactive map 📍 Google Maps

Sources

藤井寺市「蕃所山古墳」(世界遺産解説)藤井寺市「蕃所山古墳」(史跡解説)文化庁 国指定文化財等データベース 史跡 古市古墳群(2001年に蕃所山古墳を追加指定)羽曳野市 国指定史跡古市古墳群の追加指定及び名称変更について(2024)

Last updated:
If you spot an error or anything unclear, please contact the operator, MICHI Corporation, at contact@michi-collective.com (how to report).

Related kofun

Hazamiyama Kofun (103m) Higashiyama Kofun (57m) Kondamaruyama Kofun (50m) Otorizuka Kofun (110m) Nonakamiyayama Kofun (154m) Konda Gobyoyama Kofun (425m)
Share this kofunShare on XShare on LINE
← Tsukaana Kofun Miyanominamizuka Kofun →