Mystery over where Japanese prince died


  • Nation
  • Sunday, 06 Feb 2005

PETALING JAYA: A memorial built for a Japanese imperial heir, Crown Prince Takaoka, in Johor Baru is a strong indication that he met his death in the state and possibly in the lost city of Kota Gelanggi. 

Erected in January 1970 by the Chief Abbot of the Mount Koya monastery, the memorial still stands majestically today at the Japanese cemetery in Jalan Kebun Teh, Johor Baru. 

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