鎌倉の大仏 Kamakura no Daibustu (the Great Buddha at Kamakura)

On a recent trip to Tokyo we took a side trip to see the famous bronze Amita Buddha statue at Kamakura. It was cast in 1252 and housed in a large temple. In 1498 a tidal wave swept away the temple, and the statue has been exposed to the elements ever since. The statue is about 44ft. tall and weighs about 121 tons. Seeing it in person inspired a sense of awe and admiration for the artists' skill.