Kotoku-in
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Tips about Kotoku-in
Most Relevant Insights: Kotoku-in, home to the Great Buddha of Kamakura, offers a serene and awe-inspiring experience despite the crowds. To fully enjoy the visit, it's recommended to go early in the morning or closer to closing time. Visitors can also explore the peaceful neighborhood and traditional houses surrounding the temple.
Recommendations:
- What to do: Explore the temple grounds, walk around the impressive Great Buddha, and consider going inside the statue for a unique experience.
- What to avoid: Try to avoid peak hours and weekends to enjoy a more peaceful visit without the large crowds.
- Tips to enhance the experience: Visit early in the morning or closer to closing time for a quieter experience; take time to explore the serene neighborhood around the temple for a more immersive visit.
Avoid rushing during your visit, as it's important to take time to appreciate the beauty and history of the Great Buddha and the surrounding area. Consider visiting during off-peak hours for a more tranquil experience.
Recommendations:
- What to do: Explore the temple grounds, walk around the impressive Great Buddha, and consider going inside the statue for a unique experience.
- What to avoid: Try to avoid peak hours and weekends to enjoy a more peaceful visit without the large crowds.
- Tips to enhance the experience: Visit early in the morning or closer to closing time for a quieter experience; take time to explore the serene neighborhood around the temple for a more immersive visit.
Avoid rushing during your visit, as it's important to take time to appreciate the beauty and history of the Great Buddha and the surrounding area. Consider visiting during off-peak hours for a more tranquil experience.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM
4-chōme-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0016, Japan
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