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Who Built the Great Buddha of Kamakura and Why? Why Does It Sit Outside Instead of Inside the Building?

Why is it so big? Why does it sit outside? Kamakura has suddenly become the center of attention following the broadcast of the historical drama "The 13 Lords of Kamakura," and the Great Buddha of Kamakura is a particularly striking figure. Not only is it visually impactful, but it has a profound history, having continued to carve out an eternal legacy for approximately 800 years since its consecration, and many people are sure to be curious as t…
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Why is it so big? Why does it sit outside? Kamakura has suddenly become the center of attention following the broadcast of the historical drama "The 13 Lords of Kamakura," and the Great Buddha of Kamakura is a particularly striking figure. Not only is it visually impactful, but it has a profound history, having continued to carve out an eternal legacy for approximately 800 years since its consecration, and many people are sure to be curious as t…

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BUSHOO!JAPAN(武将ジャパン) broke the news in on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
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