Ishibutai Tumulus

A massive burial chamber exposed by lost earth covering

The lost earth covering leaves a burial chamber made of massive stones. View the tomb up close to see how the stones fit together.

National park: Ishibutai's exposed burial chamber 2026-10-09

From Kashiharajingu-mae Station East Exit stop 2, take a bus stopping at Ishibutai. Get off and walk about three minutes to the tomb. The adult East Exit–Ishibutai bus fare is ¥440 one way, ¥880 round trip. Check the return bus and your onward train together. The existing weekday timetable applies September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027; weekends and public holidays use a separate timetable.

Official village timetable: September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 2026-10-08National park: revised 2026 Ishibutai admission and walking access 2026-10-08Current Nara Kotsu guide 2026-10-08

Choose outbound and return buses together

For a return to Nara City, check the bus from Ishibutai back to Kashiharajingu-mae's East Exit and your onward train together. Weekday and weekend/public-holiday bus timetables differ.

Official village timetable: September 1, 2026–March 31, 2027 2026-10-08Official Asuka loop bus segment fares and day pass 2026-10-09

Park parking restrictions in autumn 2026

The park lot is for bicycles and motorcycles only September 19–November 15, 2026. During this period, check alternative lot locations and fees for a car visit. Outside this period, follow the park's guidance for your date.

Current national park guide 2026-10-08