7-1 Miyaji Motomachi, Fukutsu, Fukuoka Prefecture
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¥500
Miyajidake Kofun, located within the Miyajidake Shrine grounds in Fukutsu, Fukuoka, is a significant historical site featuring one of Japan's largest horizontal stone chamber tombs. This ancient burial mound, now the site of the Okunomiya Fudo Shrine, offers a unique glimpse into the region's past. Visitors can explore the stone chamber, which houses a sacred space dedicated to Fudo Myoo. The site is renowned for its numerous burial artifacts, including a large sword and golden stirrups, with 20 items designated as National Treasures. A visit to Miyajidake Kofun provides a serene and historically rich experience, best enjoyed during the day as part of the Okunomiya pilgrimage.