Takaoka Great Buddha, 16 meters tall, made of bronze, one of the three largest Buddha statues in Japan

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 As you leave Takaoka Station and head toward Takaoka Castle, you can see the Takaoka Great Buddha, one of the three largest Buddha statues in Japan, from afar. Takaoka itself is a place with a developed foundry industry, and Takaoka bronze ware is famous throughout the country. Therefore, with the combined efforts of various industries, the rare Amitabha Buddha statue was completed. The bronze Buddha is 16 meters tall and took 26 years to cast. He sits on a lotus seat with his hands in meditation, looking solemn and dignified. You can enter the interior of the Buddha's base and visit it, which houses many paintings and Buddha statues. However, the space is not large, so you can just walk around and come out. #ToyamaTravel #TakaokaCity #TakaokaDafo