Gifu Great Buddha

It was conceived by the 11th head priest of Kinpouzan Shōhō temple, Ichyuu, around 1790, in hopes of averting large earthquakes and famines.

[1][2] The Great Buddha of Gifu is unique due to the method of its construction.

First, a central pillar 1.8 meters in circumference was formed from ginkgo tree wood.

Finally, the scriptures were covered in lacquer and gold leaf, giving the Buddha the appearance that it has today.

Get off the bus at "Gifu Koen, Rekishi Hakubutsukan-mae," approximately 15 minutes from the train stations.