Ushiku Daibutsu

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Ushiku Daibutsu is a colossal statue of Buddha located in Ushiku, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. Standing at 120 meters (394 feet) including its base, it was completed in 1993 and held the title of the world's tallest statue until 2002. The statue is made of bronze and depicts Amitabha Buddha. Visitors can take an elevator to an observation deck inside the statue, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.

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