Usuki Stone Buddhas

The Usuki Stone Buddhas (臼杵石仏) are a group of Buddhist stone statues carved into a cliff about 5km southwest of the center of Usuki City in Oita Prefecture, Japan. These statues are considered one of the most important collections of Buddhist stone carvings in Japan, dating back to the late Heian period (794-1185) and early Kamakura period (1185-1333).

There are a total of 60 stone Buddhas in Usuki, divided into four groups: the Hokki Stone Buddhas Group 1, the Hokki Stone Buddhas Group 2, the Sannoyama Stone Buddhas, and the Furuzono Stone Buddhas. Each group has a different theme, and the statues vary in size, each with unique expressions and poses.

The Usuki Stone Buddhas are a popular tourist attraction in Japan and are designated as a National Treasure, making them the only stone cliff carvings in Japan to receive this prestigious status. They are considered a valuable cultural heritage site.

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Getting there
Details

Getting there

By Bus

From Usuki Station to Usuki Sekibutsu bus stop
Travel time: About 20 minutes
Fare: 310 yen (one way)
Frequency: Every 1-3 hours

By Taxi

From Usuki Station: About 2,200 yen (one way)
From Kami-Usuki Station: About 1,700 yen (one way)

By Rental Car

Toyota Rent-a-Car office near Kami-Usuki Station
Rental car services also available in Beppu, Oita, and Oita Airport

Details

Hours	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Reception closes at 4:30 PM.
Admission	Adults: 550 yen Elementary school and junior high school students: 270 yen
Phone	+81 972-65-3300
Address	804-1 Fukata, Usuki, Oita 875-0064
Official Website	https://sekibutsu.com/english