Usuki Stone Buddhas
臼杵石仏
The Usuki Stone Buddhas are figures carved directly into the rock face in the hills of Usuki. They are believed to date from the Heian to the Kamakura period, but nobody knows who made them or why. In 1995 they became the first rock-carved Buddha figures in Japan to be named a National Treasure. Visitors walk a short path to see the groups of figures.
Visitor information
- Opening hours
Open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Last entry is at 4:30 PM.
- Closed
Open all year round.
- Admission
Adults (15 and over) 550 yen; children (6–14) 270 yen.
- Getting there
About 40 minutes by limited express train from JR Beppu Station to JR Usuki Station.
From JR Usuki Station, about 20 minutes by bus or 15 minutes by taxi. Free rental bicycles are available at the station.
Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.
Tips for Muslim visitors
- Free volunteer guides show individual visitors around the stone Buddhas for about 1 hour (10:00–15:00). Booking is needed at least 3 days ahead.
- Buddhist temples welcome visitors of all faiths. You can enjoy the buildings and gardens without joining any prayer, burning incense or buying charms.
- Many halls ask you to take off your shoes. Wear socks and shoes that are easy to slip off, and keep a bag for your shoes if none is provided.
- Photography is often not allowed inside halls. Follow the signs and ask staff if you are unsure.
- Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Oita and the verified places to pray nearby.
- Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.
Prayer times in Oita
Today (5 Nov 2026)
- Fajr05:01
- Sunrise06:35
- Dhuhr11:59
- Asr14:57
- Maghrib17:19
- Isha18:43
Times are calculated for Oita City. Times may differ elsewhere in Oita.
Places to pray near Usuki Stone Buddhas
We have not verified a place to pray near here yet. Many large stations, airports and department stores in Japan have prayer rooms.
Halal food near Usuki Stone Buddhas
We have not verified a halal restaurant near here yet. Until then, these guides can help you choose food safely:
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Photo: TANAKA Juuyoh, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Sources (Checked 5 Nov 2026): sekibutsu.com