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Ushiku Daibutsu

Mito, Japan

Ushiku Daibutsu

Eduardo Silva via Google Maps

Once the tallest statue in the world, the magnificent Ushiku Daibutsu depicts Amida Buddha, the celestial Buddha of Infinite Light revered in Pure Land Buddhism. Visitors can wander through the surrounding tranquil grounds before stepping inside the bronze colossus itself. An elevator whisks you up to an observation gallery located right in the statue's chest, rewarding you with panoramic views across the Ibaraki countryside. It is an unforgettable pilgrimage blending spiritual grandeur with staggering architectural scale.

  • Observation Decks
  • Buddhism
  • Scenic Views
  • Statues & Monuments
  • Statues
  • Religious Sites

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