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“Daibutsu” is a word used to describe a large statue of Buddha. There is no definition to specify the exact size of “Daibutsu”.

“Daibutsu” can be seen throughout Japan as it can be seen in many Buddhist countries. The most well-known ones are Nara Daibutsu in Todai-ji temple which was made in 8th century and Kamakura Daibutsu in Kotoku-in temple which was made around 13th century.

There are not only historic ones but also new types of “Daibutsu” being created recently. Many of the “Daibutsu” which appeared after 20th century are rather unique – for example, there are the Reclining Buddha which was rare in Japan and Ushiku Daibutsu which was authorized by the Guinness Book of Records as the largest bronze Buddha statue in the world.

Originally the “Daibutsu” is created for religious worship but nowadays it also has aspect of tourist attraction. In addition, some people are attracted to the Budda statue as an artwork and then experience the world of Buddhism by appreciating the Budda statue and Daibutsu.