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Free Guide: Visit Kōtoku-in in Kamakura to witness the iconic Great Buddha, a monumental bronze statue and a National Treasure of Japan, standing for centuries.
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Visit Kōtoku-in in Kamakura to witness the iconic Great Buddha, a monumental bronze statue and a National Treasure of Japan, standing for centuries.
Kōtoku-in is a Buddhist temple in Kamakura, Japan, famed for its iconic Great Buddha (Daibutsu), a monumental bronze statue of Amitābha Buddha. Dating back to 1252, the statue has weathered centuries of natural disasters and remains a symbol of Kamakura and Japanese Buddhist art.
Opening hours
- Every day8 am–5:30 pm
Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.
- Address
- 4 Chome-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0016
- Phone
- Website
Getting there
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Kōtoku-in, formally known as Daiizan Kōtokuin Shōjōsen-ji, is a Jōdo-shū Buddhist temple in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The temple is most famous for the Kamakura Daibutsu, a large bronze statue of Amitābha Buddha, which is a designated National Treasure.Originally, a wooden statue was constructed in 1243, but it was damaged by a storm. The bronze statue that stands today was completed in 1252. The hall that housed the statue was destroyed multiple times by storms and a tsunami in 1498, after which the Great Buddha has been standing in the open air.The Great Buddha of Kamakura is one of Japan's most iconic sights. The bronze statue is approximately 11.3 meters tall and weighs around 121 tons. Visitors can also pay a small fee to enter the interior of the statue and see the interior. Kōtoku-in is a must-see destination for tourists visiting Kamakura, offering a serene and awe-inspiring experience.
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