Known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura, this huge bronze statue of Amida Buddha is the second highest in the country (13,35 meters).
This gargantuan clock is a must-see for every fan of Ghibli studios, since it is based on a design by Hayao Miyazaki himself.
Ten glass gates donated to the city on the 60th anniversary of the atomic bombing.
The centre consisting of a museum, a theatre and a library is the main venue for various musical and theatrical performances and attracts…
A hidden gem and one of Tokyo's most elegant museums that boasts an impressive collection of contemporary Japanese ceramic art.
This impressive bronze sculpture depicts a mother protecting her children. It symbolizes human love and the wish for peace.
Kūkai, also known posthumously as Kōbō Daishi, was a Japanese Buddhist monk, calligrapher, and poet who founded the esoteric Shingon school…
Acala or Achala, also known as Acalanātha or Āryācalanātha, is a wrathful deity and dharmapala prominent in Vajrayana Buddhism and East…
Sendai Daikannon, officially known as the Sendai Tendou Byakue Daikannon, is a large statue of Byakue Kannon bearing a gem in her hand…
This simple doll, whose clothes is changed every month, has become a popular meeting and selfie place for both tourists and locals.
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