Great Buddha Hall
大仏殿
The central hall of Todai-ji temple rebuilt in the Edo period, standing as the world's largest wooden structure after multiple destructions and reconstructions.
〒 630-8211How to get there
近鉄奈良Kintetsu Kyoto Line · Kintetsu Nara Line20 min walk from the station
The Great Buddha Hall is the central hall of Todai-ji temple. Originally built in the Nara period, it has been destroyed by fire twice in 1180 and 1567. The current structure, built during the Edo period, was overseen by the monk Kokei. The Great Buddha Hall is the world's largest wooden structure.
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