Kamegamori and Chinju Forest Burial Mounds

[Ancient Aizu, Memory of the King] The 'Kamegamori and Chinjumori Burial Mounds' Speak of 1,600 Years of Glory

In a place overlooking the Aizu Basin, there is a massive elevation that quietly yet overwhelmingly exudes presence. That is the 'Kamegamori and Chinjumori Burial Mounds'. Built in the late 4th century as a symbol of the powerful forces that reigned in this area, this group of burial mounds transcends time and conveys that ancient Aizu was an important political and cultural hub in the Tohoku region.

■ One of the largest 'King's Tombs' in the prefecture

Among them, the Kamegamori Tomb, a keyhole-shaped mound boasting a total length of 127 meters, stands out as one of the largest in the prefecture.

• Astonishing Form: Its massive burial mound is a culmination of the civil engineering techniques of the time. Cylindrical haniwa and pottery have been excavated from the surrounding area, evoking the image of a powerful figure deeply connected to the central government of the Kinai region.
• A Sacred Sanctuary: Together with the adjacent Chinjumori Tomb, this place has been protected by the local people for a long time, flowing with a sacred and tranquil atmosphere that is disconnected from modern daily life.

■ Feel the Winds of History at the 'Ancient Hill'

Currently, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the rich rural landscape of the Aizu Basin from the top of the burial mound.

• Panoramic Scenery: Gazing at the basin that changes its colors with each season, one is compelled to think that the ancient king must have looked at the same scenery and wished for the prosperity of this land.

Even after countless years, this ancient monument has not lost its grandeur. Standing on the grassy hill, why not listen to the stories of the lost kingdom in the whispers of the wind?