●Kamakura Daibutsu (Great Buddha) in Kotoku-in Temple
Kamakura Daibutsu (Great Buddha) in Kotoku-in Temple
travel budget
￥300 for adults
￥150 for elementary school student
￥50 for inside the Daibutsu
￥150 for elementary school student
￥50 for inside the Daibutsu
destination
Kotoku-in Temple
introduce
Kotoku-in, located in Kamakura, Japan, is a Buddhist temple renowned for Great Buddha (Daibutsu).
The centerpiece of Kotoku-in is the iconic Great Buddha statue, a 13.35-meter (43.8 feet) tall bronze figure of Amida Buddha. Originally started to build in 1252, this majestic statue stands in the open air, having survived earthquakes, tsunamis, and typhoons. It is one of Japan's most famous and photographed landmarks.
Visitors can enter the interior of the Great Buddha statue, offering a unique perspective on its construction and the craftsmanship of the era.
Kotoku-in is located in Kamakura, a city rich in historical and cultural sites. Nearby attractions include Hase-dera Temple, famous for its beautiful gardens and panoramic views of the coastline, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, an important Shinto shrine with significant historical relevance.
The centerpiece of Kotoku-in is the iconic Great Buddha statue, a 13.35-meter (43.8 feet) tall bronze figure of Amida Buddha. Originally started to build in 1252, this majestic statue stands in the open air, having survived earthquakes, tsunamis, and typhoons. It is one of Japan's most famous and photographed landmarks.
Visitors can enter the interior of the Great Buddha statue, offering a unique perspective on its construction and the craftsmanship of the era.
Kotoku-in is located in Kamakura, a city rich in historical and cultural sites. Nearby attractions include Hase-dera Temple, famous for its beautiful gardens and panoramic views of the coastline, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, an important Shinto shrine with significant historical relevance.
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