1. Todai-ji, located in Nara Prefecture, is a Buddhist temple complex that is one of the most famous and historically significant temples in Japan. It was originally founded in the year 738 by Emperor Shomu as the head temple of all provincial Buddhist temples in Japan. The main hall of Todai-ji, known as the Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall), is one of the largest wooden buildings in the world and houses a massive statue of Buddha known as the Daibutsu (Great Buddha). The Daibutsu statue is 15 meters tall and is a representation of Vairocana Buddha.
2. Todai-ji is open to visitors daily from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM (closing time may vary depending on the season). The phone number for Todai-ji is +81-742-22-551.
3. Admission to Todai-ji is 600 yen for adults, 300 yen for elementary and junior high school students. Access to the Daibutsu Hall where the Great Buddha is housed requires an additional fee of 300 yen for adults and 150 yen for students. To get to Todai-ji, you can take a train to Nara Station and then walk or take a bus to the temple complex. It is located about a 30-minute walk from the station.
