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Upstream of River Usuki, the 60 majestic Buddhas, sculpted into the cliff face between the 9C and the 12C, exude a timeless quality. National treasures, they are dotted over four sites, reached up steps. The first, Furuzono, is home to the most impressive carving, depicting the 3m/10ft-high Dainichi Nyorai surrounded by his disciples. The second and third sites, Hoki, contain 40 statues including several Amitabh. The last, Sannousan, has 3 statues, one of which of Kakurejizo, 5m/16 ft high.
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Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide4.47 Km - Usuki
- The Green Guide9.31 Km - Usuki
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Where to sleepnearby
- From ¥4,000Business Hotel Kyugetsu10.2 Km - 3825-92 Tsukumiura, Tsukumi
- From ¥3,900Tsurusaki Hotel17.9 Km - Minaharushimonodoi 1638, Oita
- From ¥4,000Business Hotel Seifusou18.5 Km - 2-1 Hinodemachi, Saiki
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