Landmarks・Hakata

Fukuoka Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Fukuoka)Fukuoka Daibutsu

Also known as: 福岡大仏

A massive wooden seated Buddha housed at Tochoji Temple in Hakata-ku, standing approximately 10.8 meters tall. It is considered one of Japan's largest carved wooden seated Buddhas. Beneath its pedestal is a unique walkthrough passage symbolizing a journey from hell to paradise.

Featured quiz

(none)

Related terms

Sources

‹ Hakata glossaryAll terms