Buddhism in Japan

Discover 33 buddhism in Japan.

Rokudō Chin’nōji Temple

It is believed that this Buddhist temple stands right on the gateway to the underworld.

Shibamata Taishakuten's Sculpture Gallery

A hidden gallery exhibits intricate, decades-old Buddhist reliefs.

Kamakura, Japan

‘Insect Mound’

Nestled among the bamboos in a temple complex, this art installation serves as a unique memorial to insects.

Gokōshiyui Amidabutu

This statue of Buddha has a distinctive hairstyle meant to represent an unfathomably long period of meditation.

Sasaguri, Japan

Nanzoin Temple

A serene mountaintop temple complex featuring one big, bronze Buddha.

Hatsukaichi, Japan

Kiezu-no-hi (The Eternal Flame)

In 806, Kobo Daishi began meditating on Mount Misen. The Buddhist monk lit this holy fire, which has been kept burning for 1,200 years.

Usuki Stone Buddhas

These medieval stone-cut Buddhist statues may protect visitors from being fired.

Hotei Buddha

The largest privately owned statue of Buddha in Japan, built by a total amateur, with an unconventional look.

Hōryū-ji

Home to the world's oldest wooden building.

Three Wise Monkeys of Tōshōgū Shrine

See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.

Tsuki Shrine

A unique Shinto shrine filled with bunnies and wordplay.

Itoshima, Japan

Raizan Sennyoji Daihioin Temple

A culturally significant rural temple in the beautiful mountains of Itoshima.

Kamakura, Japan

Zeniarai Benten Shrine

It is said that coins washed in the waters here will miraculously multiply.

Owaraji (Giant Straw Sandals)

An enormous pair of straw sandals woven in the traditional way, to keep demons at bay.

Benten-dō Temple

A Buddhist temple on an artificial island that houses a monument to the fugu fish.

Ueno Daibutsu

Only the face remains of this giant Buddha statue, which is said to be a source of luck for students.