Takaoka Daibutsu

Takaoka Daibutsu (高岡大仏) is a large bronze statue of Buddha located in the city of Takaoka, Japan. The statue stands at 15.85 meters tall and is the third-largest bronze statue of Buddha in Japan, after the statues in Nara and Kamakura.

The Takaoka Daibutsu was created by the skilled craftsmen of Takaoka’s renowned copperware industry and was completed in 1907. It was commissioned by the city of Takaoka as a symbol of peace and prosperity, and as a way to promote the city’s traditional crafts, particularly its copperware industry.

The statue is a popular tourist attraction, visited by thousands of people every year. It is admired for its intricate details and the serene expression on the Buddha’s face. Visitors can enter the statue and explore its interior, where exhibits showcase the history and craftsmanship behind the Daibutsu.

In addition to the Takaoka Daibutsu, the city of Takaoka is home to many other impressive sculptures, predominantly made of bronze using the city’s traditional casting techniques. One notable example is the replica of the Statue of Liberty located in front of Takaoka Station.

Getting there

From Takaoka Station to Takaoka Diabutsu:

Walk	About 10 minutes (650 m)

Details

Hours	Open 24 hours
Admission	Free
Address	11-29 Otemachi, Takaoka, Toyama 933-0039
Official Website	https://www.takaokadaibutsu.xyz/