[Fukui, Echizen Daibutsu🪷] A spectacular scale! A journey to worship the largest seated statue in Japan

Located in Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture, Echizen Daibutsu is one of Japan's largest Buddha statues, standing approximately 17 meters above ground. It's even larger than the Great Buddha of Nara and exudes an overwhelming presence. This enormous group of religious buildings, built during the Showa era's bubble economy, has an otherworldly scale. Entering the main hall, you'll find the serenely shining golden Great Buddha. Surrounding it are 1,200 smaller Buddha statues, creating a majestic atmosphere. The five-story pagoda, corridors, and gardens create an atmosphere that feels like a condensed version of a Kyoto or Nara temple. On a clear day, you can enjoy views of Katsuyama city and the Hakusan mountain range from the top of the pagoda. The grounds are so vast that it feels more like an adventure than a sightseeing trip! If you visit at a time when there aren't many people, you'll be overwhelmed by the contrast between the quietness and the sheer scale of the place. 📌 Useful Information Address: 50-1-1 Katase, Katsuyama City, Fukui Prefecture, 911-0023 Access: Approximately 5 minutes by car from Katsuyama IC on the Chubu Longitudinal Expressway / Approximately 10 minutes by car from Katsuyama Station on the Echizen Railway Visiting Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Admission Fee: ¥500 for Adults, ¥300 for Children Parking: Available (Free) The Echizen Great Buddha is enveloped in a majestic and mystical space. Be sure to stop by as an "extraordinary experience" on your trip to Fukui! #EchizenGreatBuddha #KatsuyamaCity #FukuiTourism #GiantBuddha #Five-StoryPagoda #ExtraordinaryExperience #PowerSpot #ScenicTemple #FukuiTrip #HistoricalTrip #ZeroYenTrip2025Autumn