Tōdai-ji

About

Marvel at the world's largest wooden building housing a giant bronze Buddha.

Why go

• Home to the Great Buddha, a massive bronze statue symbolizing peace
• The temple's grand wooden hall is among the largest wooden structures in the world

Must try

• See the Great Buddha (Daibutsu)
• Crawl through a pillar with a hole
• See the wooden guardians
• Collect Goshuin stamps

Pro tips

• Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds
• Arrive before 9 AM
• Walk through Nara Park towards Todai-ji
• Wear comfortable shoes

Good to know

• Entry fee is ~¥600
• Entry costs 800 yen, cash only
• Deer can be aggressive

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (29638 reviews)

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