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Shiratorizuka Kofun
A large keyhole-shaped kofun (burial mound), among the oldest in Aichi and the prefecture’s third-largest.
Shiratorizuka Kofun is one of the nationally designated historic burial mounds in the Shidami Kofun Cluster, located at the easternmost edge of Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. Built in the early 4th century using the edge of the Shonai River’s river terrace, it is one of the oldest keyhole-shaped kofun (burial mounds) in the prefecture. Measuring Approx. 115 m in length, with a rear mound diameter of Approx. 75 m and a front section length of Approx. 43 m, it is the third-largest keyhole-shaped kofun in Aichi.
Quartz was used in the stone covering on the top and slopes of the rear mound, and its white, shimmering appearance is said to be the origin of the name “Shiratorizuka” (White Bird Mound). There is also a legend that the ancient hero Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, while heading to subdue rebels at Mt. Ibuki, was nursing a snake bite on his foot when a white bird appeared. Guided to this spot, he is said to have buried the bird after it died.
The area has been developed as “Shidami Kofungun Historical Area,” with a guidance facility, the “Experience! Shidami Kofun Cluster Museum SHIDAMU.”
Highlights
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One of Aichi’s oldest keyhole-shaped kofun, and the third-largest in the prefecture.
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Named for its white, shimmering look, once decorated with quartz.
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Also linked to a legend of a white bird that helped Yamato Takeru no Mikoto.
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Stairs lead up to the top, so you can walk to the summit
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Are there foreign-language pamphlets or information boards available? If so, which languages are supported?
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Shiratorizuka Kofun is introduced in a pamphlet about the Shidami Kofungun Historical Area, available in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Thai.
On-site information boards at Shiratorizuka Kofun are provided in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean. The boards are also equipped with a QR Translator for additional language support.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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NAGOYA Free Wi-Fi is available inside SHIDAMU.
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Are there coin lockers?
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Return-type coin lockers are available inside SHIDAMU.
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Are there restrooms?
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Restrooms are available at the Shiratorizuka Kofun parking lot or inside SHIDAMU.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 白鳥塚古墳
- Postal Code
- 463-0001
- Address
- 2107 Higashidani, Azakami-Shidami, Moriyama-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi
- Phone
- 052-739-0520 (Shidami no Sato Mori Group)
- Closed on
- Open year-round
- Hours
- Always open
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- Approx. 5 min on foot from Higashidani-bashi Stop on the Nagoya Guideway Bus Yutorito Line
- Official Website
- Official website
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