Ganjoji, Buddhist temple in Otokiri district, Gifu, Japan
The main hall of Ganjoji Temple contains a 13.7-meter-tall Buddha statue, constructed with a gingko tree base and wooden skeletal structure.
The temple traces its origins to 1300 years ago when a Mino clan leader, Murakuni Oyori, established a shrine before monk Taicho relocated it.
The temple grounds feature a 1250-year-old cherry tree, designated as a national natural monument and connected to Princess Chujo's healing journey.
Visitors can access Ganjoji Temple via a 15-minute bus ride from JR Gifu Station, with admission fees of 200 yen for adults and 100 yen for children.
The Great Buddha statue stands as Japan's largest lacquer statue, covered with Buddhist sutras and golden leaf applied over bamboo and clay construction.
Location: Gifu
GPS coordinates: 35.45319,136.87308
Latest update: March 25, 2025 03:32
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