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Trip Planner:   Asia  /  Japan  /  Kansai  /  Nara Prefecture  /  Takaichi-gun  /  Asuka-mura  /  Ishibutai Tomb

Ishibutai Tomb, Asuka-mura

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Behold the megalithic, ancient grave site of Ishibutai Tomb, believed to date back to the Asuka period (592-710 CE), and the burial site of Soga no Umako--member of the influential Soga clan and tireless proponent of Buddhism. Marvel at the construction techniques employed in hauling these gigantic boulders into their current configuration. Step into the inner chamber of the tomb and inspect the huge ceiling stones: one weighs 60 tons, the other an incredible 77 tons. To visit Ishibutai Tomb and get the most from your holiday in Asuka-mura, create itinerary details personal to you using our Asuka-mura trip builder app.
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  • By kirstine2013
    Two hours by car from Osaka into pretty mountainous scenery is this tomb consisting of 30 huge stones reminiscent of megalithic sites in Europe. Located within a park (free parking but 300 yen to... 
    Two hours by car from Osaka into pretty mountainous scenery is this tomb consisting of 30 huge stones reminiscent of megalithic sites in Europe. Located within a park (free parking but 300 yen to...  more »
  • By Raphyx
    Not much apart of the tumb. Nothing else than the stones. Sakuras surround the place which are nice when open. 300¥ to walk around. 
    Not much apart of the tumb. Nothing else than the stones. Sakuras surround the place which are nice when open. 300¥ to walk around.  more »
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  • By Tanmay Engrossed
    It's perfect place to visit and find out history of Asuka village and many more ..
  • By Teddy Wilkins
    Im not saying its aliens, but its aliens
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