The temple is a small building set on the ocean. Its roof is covered with real copper shingles. The 90 foot pagoda across from the temple is covered in copper shingles as well.
I had never been to the Mission before, but I can see coming here more often. It is beautiful and completely peaceful. There is a small gazebo at the entrance where I could see myself holing up with a book.
The main attraction at the Jodo Mission is the 12 foot Amida Buddha statue. It is the largest Buddha statue outside of Japan. It is made from bronze and copper, and it weighs 3.5 tons.
I missed it last year, but the Jodo Mission celebrates a widely visited lantern festival. I hope to make the next one.
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