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The Great Buddha - Kamakura

The Great Buddha or Daibutsu in Japanese was constructed in 1252 A.D. It was originally housed in a building but it was destroyed by a tidal wave in 1498. The Buddha is 13.35 meters tall and weighs 121 tonnes, making it the second largest Buddha in Japan. The largets statue being Todaiji Temple in Nara.

Getting there

Take the Enoden-line to Hase station where its about a 7 minute walk.

 

Hotels

Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel

Just 5 minutes walk from JR Shibuya station the Cerulean has some of the best views in Tokyo.

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Tours

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Books

The latest Tokyo Guide Book from Lonely Planet, is jam packed full of essential information to help plan your trip.

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