Just outside Aomori City, the tranquil temple of Seiryuji is home to the Showa Daibutsu — at 21.35 metres, Japan’s tallest seated bronze Great Buddha, taller even than the famous Buddhas of Nara and Kamakura. Cast in 1984, it presides over spacious grounds with a striking five-story pagoda.
🗓️ At a Glance
| Location | Aomori City, Aomori |
| Hours | ~9:00–17:30 (seasonal) |
| Admission | Around ¥500 |
| Time needed | About 1 hour |
| Best time | Year-round; autumn colours fine |
What to See
- The 21 m bronze Great Buddha, Japan’s tallest seated bronze figure.
- The vermilion five-story pagoda on the temple grounds.
- Spacious, peaceful temple gardens with seasonal colour.
- Interior of the Buddha’s base, sometimes open to visitors.
Combine Your Visit
- Combine with the Sannai-Maruyama Jomon site .
- See festival floats at Nebuta Museum WA RASSE .
- Read our Aomori overview .
Getting There
- By car: ~20 min from central Aomori City.
- By bus: limited services from Aomori Station.
Tips
A car is by far the easiest way here. It’s quiet and uncrowded — a good contrast to the busy city-centre sights.
