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Takamatsu tomb

tomb, Asuka, Japan
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The Takamatsu tomb is a significant archaeological site in Japan, dating to the Tumulus (or Kofun) period, which spanned from approximately 250 to 710 CE. This era is characterized by the construction of large, keyhole-shaped burial mounds, known as kofun, which served as tombs for an aristocratic society.123

The Takamatsu tomb, discovered in 1972 near Nara, is particularly noted for its interior wall paintings. These paintings depict a cosmological design scheme influenced by Chinese culture, showcasing sophisticated artistic achievements and a blend of continental influences with Japanese traditions. The tomb, along with others like the Fujinoki tomb, provides valuable insights into the art, social structure, and cultural exchanges of Japan during this formative period.12

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  1. Japanese art - Tumulus , or Kofun, period
  2. Japanese architecture - The Tumulus period
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