Nanzo-in Temple

About

Home to the world's largest bronze reclining buddha, a truly massive sight.

Why go

• You have to see it in person to feel the scale
• A peaceful hidden gem surrounded by beautiful forests
• A place where nature, history, and spirituality come together

Must try

• Touch the feet of the buddha for good fortune
• Touch the feet of the buddha for good luck
• Buddha tunnel
• Waterfall garden
• Ajisai festival (hydrangea festival)

Pro tips

• Take fukuhokuyutaka line to kidonanzoin-mae station
• Rented a bike and rode to nanzoin temple
• Go early
• Trip from fukuoka takes around 40 minutes
• 25 Minutes from hakata

Good to know

• Wear appropriate clothing (shoulders and knees covered)
• No shorts or skirts that do not cover the knees
• Shoulders must be covered

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Rating

4.5 / 5 (5618 reviews)

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