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Ishibutai Kofun
石舞台古墳Nara · Kansai
Japan's largest megalithic stone burial chamber — around 30 granite boulders totaling ~2,300 tons, built late 6th century, believed to be the tomb of statesman Soga no Umako. Centerpiece of Asuka Village, the site of Japan's earliest imperial capitals.
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Rating
- 4.2· 1,960 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Admission
- Adult ¥500 (raised from ¥300 on 2026-04-01), elementary–high school ¥200; groups 30+ discounted. Open 9:00–17:00, last entry 16:45, year-round.
- Nearest station
- Asuka Station or Okadera Station (Kintetsu Yoshino Line)
- Website
- asukamura.com
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
9:00–17:00Admission
- Adult ¥500 (raised from ¥300 on 2026-04-01), elementary–high school ¥200; groups 30+ discounted. Open 9:00–17:00, last entry 16:45, year-round.
Stored weekly hours
Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to get there
'Kame Bus' (Asuka Loop Bus) from Asuka Station, or Nara Kotsu Asuka Loop Bus from Kashiharajingu-mae Station, alight 'Ishibutai'. Bike rental available.
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