Kamakura's Daibutsu: Early December

The most impressive statue in Japan

Larry Knipfing Jun 14, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>Daibutsu: Bold and strong against a blue December sky</p>

<p>Daibutsu looks modest and almost shy here</p>

<p>Daibutsu and an offering of fresh colorful fruit</p>

<p>Daibutsu from the front is an imposing sight</p>

<p>Daibutsu in the late afternoon sun</p>

<p>Daibutsu hiding behind some autumn leaves</p>

<p>Daibutsu and his fans from around the world</p>

<p>Notice the moon sitting just in front of Daibutsu's lower chest</p>

<p>Daibutsu is wonderful to see no matter what the season</p>

<p>Muted tints of Daibutsu hiding behind these autumn leaves</p>

If you visit Kamakura (and you should!) be sure that you do not miss seeing the famous Daibutsu - or Great Buddha - statue at Kotoku-in Temple. So much has been written about it, but unless you see it with your own eyes it will be impossible to understand what all the fuss is about. Daibutsu is big, but not huge. There are other statues bigger, but none this impressive that you can get so close to. Look at the statue from every angle. Sit and meditate observing his face. What do you see? I see dignity and compassion, as well as intelligence and strength. Take a look yourself, and tell me what you find!

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Larry Knipfing @larry.knipfing

Born on Long Island, New York in 1958, I have spent the last 30 years of my life living in Japan, and enjoying every minute of it! I especially love photography, and Japan is definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to photograph! My other love is fiction writing and I have pub...