Ikime Burial Mound Group (生目古墳群)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This nationally designated historic site spreads across a plateau overlooking the Oyodo River (大淀川) in the western part of Miyazaki City. Mounds large and small dot the grassed hill, and some are keyhole-shaped tombs more than a hundred meters long; standing on top of one, you feel in your body how great the power behind their construction must have been. The paths are well maintained and easy to walk, so children can run around while adults take in the scenery at their own pace. Although it is a historic site, it is open as a park, so there is nothing stiff about it and you can drop in casually. In summer there is little to block the sun, so walking it early in the morning is the right call.

Tips

There is little shade, so be sure to carry a hat and drinks. The slopes of the mounds are slippery, so take great care when running down. An exhibition facility stands right next door, so plan to retreat indoors early once the walking makes you hot.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 15 minutes. The morning, before the temperature peaks, is recommended

Access & map

〒880-2101 Miyazaki Prefecture, Miyazaki City, Atoe (宮崎県宮崎市跡江) ４２００−３, parking lot, Buried Cultural Property Center