Kikkawa Family Mausoleum

Kikkava Ke Bosho

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A tranquil place where you can feel the history of the Iwakuni Kikkawa clan.

Historic Sites

HighlightsAncestral mausoleum of the Iwakuni Kikkawa clan
51 graves of clan heads from the first lord, Hiroie, to the twelfth lord
Tranquil atmosphere
Located next to Iwakuni Castle
A place to experience history

Basic Information

Address: 1-256-2 Yokoyama, Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Yamaguchi

Access: ・20-minute bus ride from Iwakuni Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line (bound for Kintai Bridge) → 10-minute walk from the "Kintai Bridge" bus stop ・10-minute bus ride from Shin-Iwakuni Station on the JR Sanyo Shinkansen (bound for Kintai Bridge) → 10-minute walk from the "Kintai Bridge" bus stop ・7-minute drive from Iwakuni IC on the Sanyo Expressway Show route

Op.Hours: Open 24 hours

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: The burial grounds are open for viewing at any time. However, please be mindful of the following: refrain from touching the stone structures, be cautious of falling branches, and do not enter the areas flanking the central pathway where stone lanterns are densely placed.

HP: http://kankou.iwakuni-city.net/bosho.html

Overview

The Kikkawa clan ruled the Iwakuni domain from the Azuchi-Momoyama period to the Meiji period. The Kikkawa Family Mausoleum, located right next to Iwakuni Castle, houses 51 graves of the clan heads and their families from the first lord, Hiroie, to the twelfth lord. The mausoleum is a serene space where you can feel the weight of history. The Kikkawa Family Mausoleum is an essential site for understanding the history of the Iwakuni domain. You can also visit the "Owl Chozubachi" (a water basin shaped like an owl) located on the mountainside behind the mausoleum. It's said that the water basin got its name because of its owl-like shape. The Kikkawa Family Mausoleum is a must-see when visiting Iwakuni. Why not spend some time in this tranquil space and immerse yourself in history?

Kikkawa Family Mausoleum

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