NANZOIN TEMPLE AND THE RECLINING BUDDHA

Located towards the east of the city of Fukuoka is the unique Nanzoin Temple and the statue of the reclining Buddha. Considered to be one of the most visited Buddhist shrines in Asia, the temple attracts over a million pilgrims and visitors every year.

The reclining Buddha, also known as Nehanzo or Shaka Nehan is the major attraction here, which is built entirely out of bronze and dates back to 1995. Said to be the largest bronze statue in the world, even longer than New York’s Statue of Liberty, the statue of Buddha here is a sight to marvel at.

Location: 1035 Sasaguri, Kasuya District, Fukuoka

Timings: 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.

Entry fee: ¥500 per person (for prayer)