Todaiji Temple

One of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples, Todaiji houses the majestic Great Buddha, said to be one of the world's largest gilt bronze Buddha statues, along with a host of other National Treasures from mighty gates to striking guardian statues. Explore the temple's vast grounds and transport yourself back to the days when Nara was Japan's ancient capital.

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©Nara Visitors Bureau
©Nara Visitors Bureau
Photo by Nara City Tourism Association
Photo by Nara City Tourism Association
Photo by Nara City Tourism Association
Photo by Nara City Tourism Association

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Todaiji Temple

NARA

Access	From Kintetsu Kintetsu-Nara Station (A28), take the Nara Kotsu bus to the Todaiji Daibutsuden/Kasugataisha-mae bus stop and walk approx. 5 minutes. Alternatively, walk approx. 20 minutes from Kintetsu Kintetsu-Nara Station (A28).
Address	406-1 Zoushi-cho, Nara-shi, Nara
WEB	http://www.todaiji.or.jp/english/index.html