Touring Todai-ji Temple CIA Students Meet Japan’s Great Buddha

Todai-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nara, Japan, is one of the country’s most iconic Buddhist temple complexes—home to the world’s largest bronze Buddha statue, the legendary Great Buddha. Surrounded by the friendly wild deer of Nara Park, CIA students explore this historic site on a personal tour led by a Buddhist monk, gaining unique insight into Japan’s unique history, aesthetics, and religion. This temple excursion was a part of CIA’s Japanese Cuisine Concentration, where students spent 10 unforgettable days exploring Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Find recipes, watch videos, read articles, and learn more about the CIA’s programs with Japan at

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This episode was published on May 3, 2026.

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