Takaoka Daibutsu: The Great Buddha of Takaoka
高岡大仏
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This giant bronze Buddha, the third largest in Japan, is the last in an ill-fated series of statues.

📜 Giant bronze Buddha, third largest in Japan.
Located at Daibutsuji Temple in Takaoka City.

Why Go

🙏 Admire one of Japan's most beautiful bronze Buddhas
📜 Learn about its unique history of rebuilding after fires
🚶‍♀️ Enter the pedestal to see Buddhist paintings and old wooden head
✨ Witness Takaoka's famous metalworking techniques

Cost

💰 Free admission, donations welcome.

Hours

🕒 Daily, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (base below statue)

🅿️ Parking

Free parking for 12 cars (2 buses).

Last updated 8 days ago

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