Frequently Asked Questions
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Access / Parking (2)
Is there parking?
There is a free car park for 80 cars and 8 coaches, about 200 m from the Usuki Sekibutsu junction on Route 502.
How do I get there from Usuki Station?
From Usuki Station on the JR Nippo Line, take the JR bus towards Notsu, about 20 minutes, and alight right at the Usuki Sekibutsu stop. Free bicycle hire is also available at Usuki Station, and the ride takes about 40 minutes. By car it is about 5 minutes from Usuki IC on the Higashi-Kyushu Expressway along Route 502.
Guides (1)
Are there volunteer guides?
With booking at least three days in advance you can have a free guided tour of the stone Buddhas by a volunteer guide, who explains their history and what to look for, making the visit far richer.
シーズン情報 (1)
When are the lotuses and other flowers at their best?
The adjoining Usuki Stone Buddha Park has lotus beds, at their best in summer (July and August). Cosmos flower in autumn. Flowering updates are posted on the blog on the official website.
Pets (1)
Can I visit with a pet?
Yes, pets may enter. Please keep your pet on a lead and clear up after it so as not to trouble other visitors.
Opening information (1)
What are the opening hours and closed days?
9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30), open all year. It can be busy during seasonal events such as the Stone Buddha Fire Festival.
Basic information (1)
What are the Usuki Stone Buddhas?
They are a historic site where 61 cliff-carved Buddha figures in four groups, cut into tuff rock walls between the Heian and Kamakura periods, are all designated National Treasures. You follow a set route round four locations: the Sannozan figures, the first and second Hoki groups, and the Furuzono group. Some of the colouring from over a thousand years ago survives, and the figures have an overwhelming presence.
Weather / Rainy days (1)
Can I visit on a rainy day?
Each group of figures has a roof over it, so you can visit in comfort even in the rain. The ground can become slippery, however, so please wear comfortable shoes.
Prices (1)
How much is admission?
Adults 550 yen and children 270 yen. Usuki City residents enter free on production of identification. Group discounts apply from 30 people.
Highlights (2)
Which groups of stone Buddhas should I look out for?
There are four groups. 1. The Furuzono group: a grand mandala of 13 figures centred on a seated Dainichi Nyorai. 2. The second Hoki group: rounded, gentle expressions. 3. The first Hoki group (the Dogasako figures). 4. The Sannozan figures, which you can see close up after climbing the steps.
How long does a visit take?
Seeing all four groups takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. The route is almost entirely on ramps; only the Sannozan figures require a few steps to see them at close range.
Other (6)
How much is admission?
Adults 550 yen, children 270 yen (free for Usuki City residents on production of identification). Group discounts apply for 30 people or more.
When is it closed?
Open all year.
What are the opening hours?
9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30).
What is the address?
804-1 Fukada, Usuki City, Oita Prefecture
How do I get there?
From Usuki Station on the JR Nippo Line, take the JR bus towards Notsu, about 20 minutes, and alight right at the Usuki Sekibutsu stop. From Usuki IC on the Higashi-Kyushu Expressway, about 5 minutes along Route 502 towards Notsu.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.