Great Buddha of Kamakura
Looking for a tour to the Great Buddha of Kamakura? How to get to the Great Buddha of Kamakura? Kamakura Daibutsu, also known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura is an outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha sitting in the gesture of meditation. It is located in Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura of Japan. It is the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan following the world's largest bronze Buddha statue, Nara Daibutsu. The Kamakura Daibutsu stands at a height of 11.4 meters weighing at 121 tons. Amongst the large statues of Buddha in Japan, the fact that it sits in the open air makes it unusual.
It was originally cast in 1252 and located inside a large temple hall, but due to unfortunate events of typhoons and a tsunami, it was destroyed multiple times in the 14th and 15th centuries. Since the 15th century, the Buddha has been standing outside in the open air. The whole statue was once covered thinly in gold leaf, but the only traces left of gold leaf is near the statue's ear. The statue is hollow where visitors can visit the interior for a small donation of 20 yen. You can stand inside the sacred monument and how it was casted from the inside.
As the highlight is the Great Buddha itself, there is more to offer on the temple grounds, like the pair of 1.8 meter-long warazori straw sandals hang to the right of the Buddha. It is originally woven by children in 1951 in the hope that the Buddha would use them to walk the length and breadth of Japan. The Nio-mon gate may also be a site of interest, which is the richly colored entrance where the two temples protect Deva kings reside.
How to Get to the Great Buddha of Kamakura
Opening Hours: 8:00-17:30 (October to March 8:00-17:00)
Entrance Ticket: 300 Yen (extra 20 Yen to enter the interior of statue)
Address: 4 Chome-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Duration: 3 hours
Looking for a tour to the Great Buddha of Kamakura? How to get to the Great Buddha of Kamakura? Kamakura Daibutsu, also known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura is an outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha sitting in the gesture of meditation. It is located in Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura of Japan. It is the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan following the world's largest bronze Buddha statue, Nara Daibutsu. The Kamakura Daibutsu stands at a height of 11.4 meters weighing at 121 tons. Amongst the large statues of Buddha in Japan, the fact that it sits in the open air makes it unusual.
It was originally cast in 1252 and located inside a large temple hall, but due to unfortunate events of typhoons and a tsunami, it was destroyed multiple times in the 14th and 15th centuries. Since the 15th century, the Buddha has been standing outside in the open air. The whole statue was once covered thinly in gold leaf, but the only traces left of gold leaf is near the statue's ear. The statue is hollow where visitors can visit the interior for a small donation of 20 yen. You can stand inside the sacred monument and how it was casted from the inside.
As the highlight is the Great Buddha itself, there is more to offer on the temple grounds, like the pair of 1.8 meter-long warazori straw sandals hang to the right of the Buddha. It is originally woven by children in 1951 in the hope that the Buddha would use them to walk the length and breadth of Japan. The Nio-mon gate may also be a site of interest, which is the richly colored entrance where the two temples protect Deva kings reside.
How to Get to the Great Buddha of Kamakura
Opening Hours: 8:00-17:30 (October to March 8:00-17:00)
Entrance Ticket: 300 Yen (extra 20 Yen to enter the interior of statue)
Address: 4 Chome-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa
Duration: 3 hours
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Most Frequently Asked Questions
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How much is the ticket for Great Buddha of Kamakura? What are the open hours?Adult: 300 yen
Child admission (age 6-12): 150 yen
Statue Interior: 20 yen.
April to September: 8:00AM – 17:30PM
October to March: 8:00AM – 17:00PM
Statue Interior: 8:00AM – 16:30PM
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What is the Great Buddha of Kamakura made of?A bronze statue dating back as far as 1252, still has remnants of gold around its ears from its ancient gilding. The Great Buddha (or Daibutsu) of Kamakura is one of Japan's most fascinating historical landmarks.
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How do you get to the Great Buddha of Kamakura?From Kamakura Station, take the Enoden (Enoshima Electric Railway) bound for Fujisawa to Hase Station (approx. a 7-minute train ride). From Hase Station, it's a pleasant walk to Kotoku-in Temple where the Kamakura Daibutsu is enshrined (approx. 7-minutes).
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How tall is the Great Buddha of Kamakura?The Great Buddha of Kamakura is a bronze statue of Amida Buddha, which stands on the grounds of Kotokuin Temple. With a height of 11.4 meters, it has long been the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan, surpassed only by the statue in Nara's Todaiji Temple and some recent creations.
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How do you get from Kamakura Buddha to Tokyo?Take JR Yokosuka Line from Tokyo Station or Shinagawa Station. Taking the JR Yokosuka Line is the fastest and simplest way to reach Kamakura. It goes directly to Kamakura Station from Tokyo Station, the ticket costs 920 yen and the ride takes 57 minutes.
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Where can I buy a Kamakura pass?Purchase yours at a JR Ticket Office (Midori-no-madoguchi) or Travel Service Center (View Plaza) at Ofuna, Fujisawa, Kamakura or Kita-Kamakura Station. Purchases may be made up to one month in advance of the valid date of the pass. Passes written in English are available.
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How far is Kamakura from Tokyo?31 miles, Kamakura is a city located in the southern part of Kanagawa Prefecture. It is one of the most popular cities in Kanagawa Prefecture visited by tourists as a day-trip because of its close distance from Tokyo. It's located on about 50 km (31 miles) south-southwest of Tokyo.
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How much does it cost for a transfer from Tokyo to Kamakura Buddha with a Hiace Van?Please refer to our Hiace Van web page. For a transfer within 10 hours and 300KM, it is $590USD. If no luggage, the Hiace Van can fit 9 people.
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