Shizushi Limestone Cave Park

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Shizushi Limestone Cave Park is located deep in the mountains of Kyotamba Town in Prefecture and serves as the prefecture's only large limestone cave. The cave network was discovered in 1927, and the limestone originates from what was once the ocean floor approximately 200 million years ago. Fossil evidence reveals that this area was once a thriving coral reef system during the Permian period about 290 million years ago. The site holds official recognition as a prefecturally-designated natural monument.

The cave measures 52.5 meters in total length with a vertical depth of 25.1 meters. Visitors descend into the cave via steel ladders and walkways, making a full descent 52 meters into the mountainside in a self-guided exploration with no accompanying guide. The temperature inside remains constant between 12°C and 15°C year-round, making it a popular natural cooling spot during summer months. The most impressive limestone formations are concentrated near the entrance, while the deeper sections offer an underground exploration experience. The cave serves as an important habitat for several bat species, including the Japanese lesser horseshoe bat.

The park surrounding the cave offers additional recreational facilities. Visitors can enjoy barbecue facilities and rainbow trout fishing, along with cottages and campsites for overnight accommodation. The cave entrance is accessed via a 15-minute hike through forested terrain from the park's bus stop. Free sneakers are available to borrow at the cave entrance for those without appropriate footwear, as the surfaces inside can be extremely slippery.

Access by car requires exiting at Kyotanba Mizuho IC and heading toward Ayabe for approximately 10 minutes. Public transport users should take a bus to Hiyama, then transfer to the Inohana Totsukawa Line operated by Kyotanba Municipal Bus, alighting at Shōnyūdō-guchi stop. Admission fees apply, with tickets available at the park office. The cave operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM from March to November, but is closed in January and February, with limited weekend and holiday openings in December and March.

Hours

星期日: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期一: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期二: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期三: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期四: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期五: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期六: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Phone

+81 771-86-1725

Website

www.town.kyotamba.kyoto.jp

The area

Address

日本〒622-0315 Kyoto, Funai District, Kyotamba, Shizushi, Ōkuzure−１２−１

Hours

星期日: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期一: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期二: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期三: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期四: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期五: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

星期六: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Phone

+81 771-86-1725

Website

www.town.kyotamba.kyoto.jp

What other travelers are saying about Shizushi Limestone Cave Park

沿国道173号向北进入京丹波町，您会在右侧看到一个停车场和石灰岩洞窟公园的指示牌。右转后，道路很快变成碎石路，停车场便映入眼帘。停车场大约可容纳20辆车，但底部路面未铺设。从停车场穿过横跨国道的桥，即可到达公园办公室和通往石灰岩洞窟的小路。从停车场步行到公园办公室大约需要7分钟，在那里您需要支付每人530日元的公园门票（包含洞窟门票）。虽然地图上显示洞窟距离办公室约300米，但实际上这是一条相当陡峭的山路，坡度较大，走起来会比较累。到达山顶后，您就能找到洞窟入口。洞窟本身并不算大，但在炎热的夏季，它却是一个绝佳的天然空调。洞穴内常年保持15摄氏度的低温，略显寒冷。洞穴几乎垂直，所以走一会儿，你会感觉像是在爬梯子。不锈钢扶手冰冷，会让你的手变得湿滑，但也颇为刺激。最终你会到达洞穴底部，所以必须原路返回。洞穴内灯光璀璨，你可以看到诸如金柱和地藏菩萨岩等经年累月风化形成的岩石地貌。似乎游客们已经往洞穴里投掷硬币一段时间了，所以那里堆积了一大堆硬币。无论是前往洞穴的路上还是在洞穴内，你都需要攀爬山路和类似梯子的台阶，因此不建议穿凉鞋或拖鞋；必须穿鞋。洞穴内到处都有水滴，而且有些通道狭窄，所以白色或干净的衣服肯定会弄脏。公园内提供烧烤和露营设施，因此有些人会选择露营。我去的时候，钓虹鳟鱼只要300日元（含鱼饵和渔具），所以我想试试，但后来发现350日元就能买到一条鱼，可以用来烧烤或者带回家，就放弃了。除了洞穴之外，这个地方还有很多其他好玩的地方。

にゃんこ先生

2025年9月30日

到达洞口很容易，但进去之后，楼梯很窄，更像是梯子。而且楼梯很陡，几乎是直角。人们无法互相通过，也没有工作人员，所以游客们只能互相依靠，互相呼喊。我不建议带小孩的人来这里。楼梯很摇晃，如果滑倒会非常危险…… 还没进去就已经汗流浃背，所以进去之后，感觉不仅仅是凉爽，而是很冷。我推荐夏天来这里观光。

这似乎是京都唯一的钟乳洞，因为我们去的时候正值盂兰盆节假期，所以人潮拥挤。外面很热，但洞内却凉爽宜人，正如你对钟乳洞的期望一样。洞里有不少小孩，但看起来相当费劲，因为他们必须走下非常陡峭的梯子状的东西（然后再爬上来）。一个学龄前的女孩哭了起来。但也有一些勇敢的人用背带背着婴儿进去……看着他们真的挺吓人的。我觉得老年人和小孩（以及婴儿）最好不要进去。有个年轻女子穿着厚底鞋，肚脐露在外面，肯定有点危险……但谢天谢地，她安全回来了。从停车场到洞口的坡度相当陡峭，所以对自己体力不太自信的人可能会有点担心。天气不好的时候，梯子状的东西会变得泥泞，所以你的膝盖和小腿很可能会弄脏。指引游客前往停车场的工作人员、售票处的工作人员、入口处的工作人员、洞穴内的工作人员以及咨询台的工作人员都非常友好和蔼。咨询台也提供鞋子租赁服务，所以如果你衣着单薄，可以考虑租鞋。注意：饮酒后、老年人、腿部无力或不便的人、幼儿、带婴儿的人、穿高跟鞋或厚底鞋、短裙或长裤的人、身材高大的人、患有癫痫或梅尼埃病等慢性疾病的人以及患有幽闭恐惧症的人应避免进行此项活动。虽然距离很近，但这个洞穴的主要吸引力在于陡峭的梯子状攀爬。

2025年9月20日，星期六我们一家三口去探洞。虽然是星期六，但洞里只有我们两个人，所以很安静。我们在停车场的办公室登记后，爬上一段陡峭的山坡才到达洞口，真是累人。💦 一进洞就感觉很冷，温度像冰箱里一样。我带了外套，但爬上爬下的时候出了很多汗，而且因为只走了很短的路，感觉好像没必要穿外套。更重要的是，手套是必备的。扶手又湿又滑又冷，很难抓牢。💦 长裙和长裤是绝对禁止的，因为衣服很容易弄湿弄脏。另外，有些地方的梯子与其说是陡峭不如说是垂直，我三岁的女儿爬到一半就哭着放弃了。即使对大人来说也挺吓人的，所以其实难度并不大。不适合幼儿，请勿尝试。🙅 这里有一条长长的滑梯和一条短滑梯，但都不太滑。🛝 这里还有露营地，虽然维护得很好，但周围一个人都没有，有点吓人。😨 不过，那里有几棵枝繁叶茂的大树，秋天的时候我很想在树下露营。🍁

⚠️【几乎所有钟乳石都已融化，不再可见】⚠️ 由于高温且缺乏保护措施，这里仅供洞穴探险。请将车停在停车场，然后穿过人行桥。沿坡向上攀登约800米。门票可在坡道入口处或最里面的商店购买（视日期而定）。支付门票后，您需要攀登近百级台阶才能到达入口。（沿途有一些较高的台阶，以及可以看到岩石和树根的地方。雨天请格外小心。）由于您需要倒着走近乎垂直的台阶，台阶会磕到您的脚，弄脏您的大腿。扶手会湿滑，所以路面很滑。请注意，沿途有些潮湿区域没有扶手。部分区域天花板较低，因此携带背包和大型包袋可能不太方便。地面湿滑，容易磕碰，因此禁止穿着白色衣物、凉鞋和易滑脱的鞋子。室内温度约为15摄氏度。

おーむらいす

2025年9月23日

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Sneakers are required for cave exploration, with free rental sneakers available at the entrance if needed. Sandals and high heels are strictly prohibited due to safety concerns. The cave temperature remains between 12°C and 15°C year-round, so bringing a light jacket or sweater is recommended even during summer. Be prepared for water droplets that may fall suddenly from the ceiling throughout the cave, so waterproof clothing or an umbrella can be helpful.

The cave presents physical challenges that families should consider carefully. Visitors must descend almost vertical steel stairs and ladders to a total depth of 25 meters. The entire exploration is self-guided with no accompanying guide, requiring visitors to navigate independently. Children aged 3 to junior high school pay a reduced admission fee of 310 yen, but parents should assess whether younger children can safely manage the steep descent and climb back up.

The cave is closed completely during January and February. During March and December, it operates only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. From April to November, the cave is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Visitors planning trips during shoulder seasons should verify operating days before traveling.

Reaching the cave entrance requires a 15-minute hike through forested terrain from the park's bus stop. The cave itself measures 52.5 meters in length with a vertical depth of 25.1 meters, and the exploration typically takes 30 to 60 minutes depending on your pace and comfort level with the steep stairs. If you plan to use the park's additional facilities like barbecue areas, fishing spots, or hiking trails, allocate a half-day or full day for your visit.

Public transportation is available but limited, particularly on weekends. From Kyoto Station, take the JR Sagano Line to Sonobe Station, then transfer to JR bus Sonofuku Line for approximately 30 minutes, transfer again to the town-run bus at Hieyama bus stop, and alight at Shonyudoguchi bus stop. The municipal bus does not operate on Sundays and holidays, making car access significantly more practical. By car, exit at Kyotanba Mizuho IC and drive toward Ayabe for approximately 10 minutes.