The Shidami Kofun Cluster consists of over 60 burial mounds concentrated in a relatively small geographical area.
Shiratori Kofun, located within the park, is designated as a National Historic Site.
The museum building was designed to blend into the surrounding landscape, intentionally minimizing its visual impact on the archaeological site.
The site contains a 'boat-shaped' haniwa (terracotta clay figure), which is a rare artifact used for ritual purposes.
The Shidami Kofungun Experience Museum acts as a gateway to the Shidami Kofun Cluster, a series of ancient burial mounds dating back to the Kofun period. Located in the northeast of Nagoya, the museum serves as a research and educational center dedicated to the preservation of these historical tumuli. Visitors can view excavated artifacts found within the site, which provide insight into the social hierarchy and burial customs of the era. The site features reconstructed tomb chambers and outdoor walking paths that connect several significant burial mounds. Interactive exhibits detail the construction methods of the kofuns and the regional history of the Owari clan. The facility utilizes augmented reality technology to help visitors visualize what the landscape looked like during the 4th to 7th centuries.
The viewing platform overlooking the Shiratori Kofun.
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for gravel paths and earthen slopes.
Bring sun protection, as much of the outdoor kofun walking trail has limited shade.
Use the museum's provided AR tablet or app to see digital recreations of the original tomb structures.
Attempting to walk the entire perimeter in extreme summer heat without water.
Closed on Mondays and during the year-end/new-year holiday period.
Do not climb on the burial mounds; stay on marked paths to preserve the earthworks.
