Located on a plateau above the Osaka Plain, this property includes 49 kofun (old mounds in Japanese). Burial mounds of various sizes, kofun can take the form of key holes, scallops, squares or circles. These tombs were for members of the elite, containing a range of funerary objects (such as weapons, armour and ornaments). They were decorated with clay figures, known as haniwa, which can take the form of cylinders or representations of houses, tools, weapons and human silhouettes. These kofun have been selected from a total of 160,000 in Japan and form the richest material representation of the Kofun period, from the 3rd to the 6th century CE. They demonstrate the differences in social classes of that period and reflect a highly sophisticated funerary system.

The Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group is a hidden gem in Osaka, inviting visitors to step back in time and immerse themselves in Japan's ancient past. It's a destination that seamlessly weaves together history, nature, and a sense of wonder. The ancient burial mound complex takes you on a captivating journey through Japan's rich history, offering a serene and contemplative atmosphere. The vastness of the site is truly humbling. The surrounding landscape, with its lush greenery and the changing colors of the fall foliage, adds a surreal beauty to the experience.