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The Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple in Kyoto is home to more than 1,000 distinctive Buddha statues, each carved with expressive faces and imaginative details. Originally founded in the 8th century, most of the statues were created in the 1980s by artists working within Buddhist tradition. The temple attracts travellers seeking a quiet, spiritual retreat away from Kyoto’s more visited sites – a true masterpiece of Buddhist art and a chance to immerse yourself deeply in Japanese culture.
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The temple houses more than 1,000 Buddha statues, each with a unique facial expression
The statues were created in the 1980s by artists from Kyoto
The temple was originally founded in the 8th century, though the current structure dates from the 20th century
Otagi Nenbutsu-ji is known for its picturesque setting in the mountains of Arashiyama
The temple offers a peaceful retreat and is often far less crowded than Kyoto’s larger temples
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