Purchase an Ishibutai Kofun E-ticket in advance and make your trip easier!
This ticket will allow you to visit the Ishibutai Kofun, a special historic site of Japan. The kofun is located in Asuka Village, the capital of Japan in the 7th century, and is a historically significant site that played an important role in the development of the region.
Up close to an ancient tomb
Nara Ishibutai Tomb
Ishibutai Kofun is a famous historic site with a unique shape and historical significance. Its unique shape, built using a huge granite rock, resembles a stone stage, hence the name Ishibutai (石舞台, stone stage). In addition, Ishibutai Kofun is one of the representative ancient tombs of Japan, and not only does it demonstrate the outstanding stonework techniques of the time, but it is also used as important data for studying ancient Japanese culture and history.
Not only can you admire the Ishibutai Kofun up close, you can also touch it and go inside, so have a great time here!
address :
Nara Ishibutai Tomb
254 Shimasho, Asuka, Takaichi District, Nara 634-0112, Japan
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Hours of operation:
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Reception closes at 4:45 p.m.)
* There may be holidays due to local circumstances, and operating hours may change.
* For more information about the facilities, please check the official website. Go to the official website
254 Shimasho, Asuka, Takaichi District, Nara 634-0112, Japan