Night Visit
Nara · Todai-ji Temple
Aug 2026 13-14
🎗️ Culture
Nara
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About this event
Todai-ji opens its gates for a special nighttime visit during the Obon season, allowing visitors to pay their respects to the Great Buddha under the tranquil night sky. The giant bronze statue takes on a serene, otherworldly quality in the soft evening light, creating a very different atmosphere from daytime visits. A rare and memorable way to experience one of Japan's most awe-inspiring cultural treasures.
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