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Deep within the sprawling expanse of Uji city, lies a place known as Uji Burial Mounds, home to a multitude of ancient tombs. Among these, Ujigoryo 28 stands as a quiet testament to history. Ujigoryo, sometimes called Uji no misasagi, isn’t just one tomb. It is a collection of over 320 burial mounds scattered across the mountains of Chikurinji and Byodoin. In the vast Ujigoryo, each tomb holds a piece of the past. Ujigoryo 28 is one such piece. This ancient necropolis, surveyed in 1607, houses tombs from the 5th and 6th centuries, a period known as the Kofun period. Later, from the late 9th to the late 12th century, it became the resting place for members of the powerful Fujiwara clan. Women related to the Fujiwara family, some of whom served as consorts to emperors, are buried here. While their names may be lost to time, their presence resonates in this tranquil space. Although located amid a residential area, Ujigoryo retains an otherworldly charm. Each mound, much like Ujigoryo 28, stands as a silent sentinel, guarding secrets of bygone eras. The nearby presence of Byodoin Temple, with its iconic Phoenix Hall, adds another layer to this historical tapestry. Ujigoryo 28, like its companions, seamlessly blends with the residential landscape, a quiet reminder of the past intertwined with the present. Visiting Ujigoryo 28 offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the passage of time and the enduring legacy of the Fujiwara clan.