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Kōtoku-in, Kamakura

4.3
#1 of 715 in Historic Sites in Kanagawa Prefecture
Must see · Religious Site · Landmark
Admire the monumental statue of Kōtoku-in, one of the largest Buddha figures in Japan. The towering bronze statue dates back to the 13th century and sits outside a Buddhist temple in the small town of Kamakura. Enjoy the view of the 13.3 m (43.8 ft) tall Amitabha Buddha, an imposing sight dominating peaceful temple grounds. For a small fee, you can venture inside the hollow statue to see the elaborate structural work that makes up this gargantuan monument. Using our custom trip planner, Kamakura attractions like Kōtoku-in can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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Tours to Kōtoku-in

FROM $124 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kamakura Half Day Walking Tour with Kotokuin Great Buddha
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Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $42 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kamakura Private Custom Tour Led by Local Students
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FROM $111 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour - Introducing all the Famous Spots in Kamakura and Enoshima!
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  • By wesleywaisiu
    The Buddha isn’t that huge, although it is very old and full of history. It is also very far from the train station, need to walk 20 mins to reach. It’s slow as full of tourist and very crowded. It...  more »
  • By Della G
    Very much a highlight of anyone's visit to Kamakura. Not the largest buddha in Japan but it is very much a magnificent serene statue. It is located in a wonderful temple setting. We visited...  more »
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  • By Criselda Cayetano
    I have been inside several times in a span of almost a decade. The gardens are always well maintained and it’s relaxing inside. The statue is big but not gigantic. One more interesting factor are the shops and restaurants outside the temple area. The beach is also walking distance.
  • By Caitlin Meadors
    Very cool. He was huge! Shopping street close by to.
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