Must See Places for Art Lovers in Honshu
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Great Buddha of Kamakura (Daibutsu)
Known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura, this huge bronze statue of Amida Buddha is the second highest in the country (13,35 meters).
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Studio Ghibli Large Clock
This gargantuan clock is a must-see for every fan of Ghibli studios, since it is based on a design by Hayao Miyazaki himself.
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The Gates of Peace
Ten glass gates donated to the city on the 60th anniversary of the atomic bombing.
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Tower of the Sun
The Tower of the Sun is a building created by Japanese artist Tarō Okamoto.
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Aichi Arts Center
The centre consisting of a museum, a theatre and a library is the main venue for various musical and theatrical performances and attracts…
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The Musée Tomo
A hidden gem and one of Tokyo's most elegant museums that boasts an impressive collection of contemporary Japanese ceramic art.
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Statue of Mother and Children in the Storm
This impressive bronze sculpture depicts a mother protecting her children. It symbolizes human love and the wish for peace.
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Kūkai
Kūkai, also known posthumously as Kōbō Daishi, was a Japanese Buddhist monk, calligrapher, and poet who founded the esoteric Shingon school…
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Acala
Acala or Achala, also known as Acalanātha or Āryācalanātha, is a wrathful deity and dharmapala prominent in Vajrayana Buddhism and East…
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Sendai Daikannon Statue
Sendai Daikannon, officially known as the Sendai Tendou Byakue Daikannon, is a large statue located in Sendai, Japan.
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Nana-chan Mannequin
This simple doll, whose clothes is changed every month, has become a popular meeting and selfie place for both tourists and locals.
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