Kamegamori and Chinjumori 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 rise 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 over this land, this burial mound group transcends time and conveys that ancient Aizu was an important political and cultural hub in the Tohoku region.

■ One of the largest in the prefecture: The 'King's Tomb'

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.

• Impressive structure: Its massive 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 powerful figures deeply connected to the central government of the Kinai region.
• Protected sanctuary: Together with the adjacent Chinjumori Tomb, this place has long been safeguarded by the local people, flowing with a sacred and serene atmosphere that is detached 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 the seasons, 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 does not lose its grandeur. Standing on the grassy hill, why not listen to the stories of the lost kingdom in the whispers of the wind?