Tidbits Quiz about Tōdai-ji: Questions related to the Great Buddha of Nara, too!
Speaking of Tōdai-ji, it’s the temple in Nara Prefecture famous for the enormous Great Buddha known as the Nara Daibutsu.
I’m sure many of you learned a lot about Tōdai-ji, one of Nara Prefecture’s signature sightseeing spots, in your school history classes.
In this article, in addition to the knowledge you might have learned at school, we’ll introduce trivia about Tōdai-ji and the Great Buddha in a quiz format—facts that many people may not know.
If you’re planning to visit Tōdai-ji or you’re from Nara Prefecture, knowing these tidbits might give you something to brag about to others.
Enjoy as you absorb some new knowledge!
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Trivia quiz about Tōdai-ji: Questions related to the Great Buddha of Nara too! (11–20)
What construction method is the Shosoin at Todai-ji built with?
- Sukiya-zukuri (a traditional Japanese architectural style associated with tea houses and refined aesthetics)
- hip-and-gable roof construction
- azekura-zukuri (log cabin-style architecture)
See the answer
azekura-zukuri (log cabin-style architecture)
The Shosoin is built using a method called azekura-zukuri. This is a type of warehouse architecture used in ancient Japan for aristocratic residences and temples, featuring a large door at the front and a raised-floor structure elevated above the ground. This construction method was devised to protect the stored items inside from moisture and pests.
In conclusion
We introduced many fun facts about Tōdai-ji and the Great Buddha in quiz form.
How many questions did you get right? Some of them were the kind of things you learn in school history classes, while others were probably brand-new to you.
If you discovered something for the first time, be sure to take this opportunity to store it away as knowledge!