Tōdai-ji is a Buddhist temple complex in Nara, Japan, once one of the Seven Great Temples. Founded in 738 and opened in 752, it was built to emulate Tang dynasty temples and has undergone multiple reconstructions.

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Great Buddha

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A red wooden statue called Binzuru sits outside the hall, and locals believe rubbing it will heal ailments in corresponding parts of your own body—explaining why it's been worn smooth by countless hands over centuries.

The Great Buddha Hall is the world's largest wooden building, yet it's actually 30% smaller than the original structure that burned down in 1180. The current hall still towers at 57 meters wide and 50 meters tall.

The Great Buddha statue stands 15 meters tall and required 437 tons of bronze and 130 kilograms of gold to create in 752 AD, nearly bankrupting the entire nation during its construction.

Inside the Great Buddha Hall, visitors can crawl through a hole in a wooden pillar that matches the size of Buddha's nostril. Successfully squeezing through is believed to bring enlightenment and good fortune.

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Nara 역

35 min 걷다 • 2.6km가장 가까운

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Kintetsu-Nara 역

56 min 걷다 • 4.2km

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Take your commemorative photo at Kagami-ike (mirror pond) before entering the main hall, as this spot captures the entire Great Buddha Hall reflected in the water and creates a stunning backdrop for photos.
Walk around to view the Great Buddha from multiple angles including the left side and behind the statue to see the intricate details of the pedestal base, which many visitors miss by only viewing from the front.
Try squeezing through the hole in the wooden pillar inside the Great Buddha Hall, a popular activity believed to bring good fortune, though be aware it can get crowded as many visitors attempt this challenge.
If you have mobility concerns, use the accessible path beside Nandaimon Gate rather than climbing the stairs, and note that there are handrails available at the Great Buddha Hall entrance to help navigate the steps.
The Great Buddha Hall closes earlier in winter months (5:00 PM November-March vs 5:30 PM April-October), so plan accordingly if visiting multiple buildings like Hokke-dō or the museum which close even earlier at 4:00 PM or 4:30 PM respectively.
Purchase the joint pass for 1,200 yen at either the museum or Great Buddha Hall if you plan to visit both, saving money compared to buying separate 800 yen tickets, and consider renting the 500 yen audio guide available in nine languages just past...