Visiting Great Buddha of Kamakura today
- What it is: A 13th-century bronze Amida Buddha sitting in the open air. You can step inside the hollow statue.
- Getting there: From Kamakura Station, take the Enoden line about 7 minutes to Hase Station, then walk about 7 minutes.
- Hours: 8:00–17:30 April–September and 8:00–17:00 October–March (last entry 15 minutes before closing). The statue's interior is open 8:00–16:30.
- Admission: ¥300; children 6–12 ¥150; under 6 free. Going inside the statue costs ¥50 extra.
- Tip: Combine it with nearby Hasedera on the same Hase stop, and arrive before about 10:00 to avoid tour groups.
Best timeGood any time of yearHydrangeas at nearby temples in June; autumn colours late November
Checked against: Kotoku-in (official) · Kamakura City Tourism Association – Kotokuin Temple. Check opening times and prices before you go.
Great Buddha of Kamakura on Shibuya246
We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.