Ishibutai Tomb

An enormous stone chamber exposed without its earth covering

The earth covering has disappeared, leaving a chamber made of enormous stones. Explore the tomb up close to see how the stones fit together.

National park: Ishibutai’s exposed stone chamber 2026-10-09

Take a bus stopping at Ishibutai from stand 2 at Kashiharajingu-mae east exit. Alight at Ishibutai and walk about three minutes to the tomb. Adult bus fares between the station’s east exit and Ishibutai are 440 yen each way or 880 yen return. Check the return bus and onward train together. The existing weekday timetable applies September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027; Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays use a separate timetable.

Village: official timetable for September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 2026-10-08National park: revised 2026 Ishibutai fees and walking access 2026-10-08Nara Kotsu: current information 2026-10-08

Plan your outward and return buses together

If returning to Nara City, check both the bus from Ishibutai to Kashiharajingu-mae east exit and your onward train. Weekdays and Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays use different bus timetables.

Village: official timetable for September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 2026-10-08Asuka sightseeing loop bus: fares and day pass 2026-10-09

The park car park has restricted use in autumn 2026

The park car park is reserved for bicycles and motorcycles September 19–November 15, 2026. If driving during this period, check alternative parking locations and fees. Outside these dates, follow the park information for your visit date.

National park: current information 2026-10-08