If you come to Kamakura, you have to see the Great Buddha. You can even go inside, and the entrance fee isn't expensive.
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The Great Buddha of Kamakura at Kotoku-in Temple
Situated in the ancient capital of Kamakura, the "Great Buddha of Kamakura" is a symbol of the city, and a part of the temple grounds.
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As the principal object of worship at Kotoku-in temple (officially known as Daii-san Kotoku-in Shojosen-ji), the Buddhist statue of Amida Nyorai enjoys tremendous popularity among the famous spots of Kamakura.
The Great Buddha of Kamakura is familiar for the intensity of its presence.
With a height of approximately 11.312 meters and a weight of about 121 tons, it boasts an overwhelming presence befitting the name of Dai-butsu, or Great Buddha.
Be sure to have a look at the powerful pair of Nio statues guarding the Nio-mon gate.
Another not-to-be-missed sight is the massive "straw sandals" displayed on the inner walls of the Kotoku-in corridor. Measuring about 1.8 meters long, 0.9 meters wide, and weighing approximately 45 kilograms, it seems to be just the right size for a Great Buddha.
Highlights
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A highly popular tourist spot in Kamakura.
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There is an entrance where it is possible to go inside the Interior of the Great Buddha.
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The giant straw sandals are popular for taking photos.
Photos
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The Great Buddha of Kamakura
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Kotoku-in Nio Statue
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Kotoku-in Straw Sandals
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
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Yes, we sell paid brochures at our directly managed store (only in English).
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Do you have temple’s red ink stamps?
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Yes.
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Is parking available?
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Not available.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Not available.
Reviews
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This bronze statue weighs 120 tons and is the second largest in Japan, just after the one at Todaiji.
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You need to pay an extra fee if you want to go inside the Great Buddha.
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One of the three great Buddhas of Japan—it's really impressive! It's just a shame the road leading there is so narrow, so traffic jams are pretty common...
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This is a must-visit spot. The straw sandals are super cute*
Details
- Name in Japanese
- 鎌倉大仏殿高徳院
- Official Name
- Daiyoku-san, Kotoku-in Sosenji Temple
- Postal Code
- 248-0016
- Address
- 4-2-28 Hase, Kamakura City, Kanagawa
- Telephone
- 0467-22-0703
- Closed
- No holidays
- Hours
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April to September: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
October to March: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
*Visitors may enter up to 15 minutes before the temple closes.
*To enter the interior of the Great Buddha statue: 8:00 am-4:30 pm (Visitors may enter up to 10 minutes before closing time.) - Admission
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1. Adults, Junior and Senior High School Students: 300 yen
2. Elementary School Students: 150 yen
3. The Interior of the Great Buddha Statue: 50 yen - Access
- About a 7-minute walk from the Enoshima Electric Railway’s Hase Station
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)