Exploring the Hill of Buddha in Hokkaido: Atama Daibutsu – A Quiet Journey Among Lavender

In the cold land of Northern Japan, where the four seasons each have their own beauty, there is a place that is not noisy, not bustling, but makes people stop for a long time: Atama Daibutsu - the hill of Buddha in Hokkaido. This is not only a famous Hokkaido tourist destination, but also a rare space of tranquility, where the soul is healed in the perfect combination of nature, architecture and philosophy of life.

Unique meditation architecture – When Buddha hides among the flower hills

One of the factors that makes Buddha Hill in Hokkaido a prominent tourist destination is its profound philosophy of “hidden impression – manifesting the way”. (Photo: Collected)

The special feature of the Buddha Hill in Hokkaido is the giant Buddha statue Atama Daibutsu , a masterpiece of the famous architect Tadao Ando - who received the Pritzker Prize, the highest honor in the architectural world. Instead of leaving the Buddha statue towering in the middle of the hill, he chose to "hide" the statue underground, with the concept of "hidden image - manifesting the Dharma", expressing humility, tranquility and closeness to nature.

What makes this structure stand out among other Hokkaido tourist attractions is the way the architecture and philosophy blend together. The statue is not on top, but inside the hill, blending with the earth and sky, creating a whole full of respect and meditation.

The Stone Tunnel – A gentle yet profound journey of enlightenment

The tunnel leading to the Buddha Hill in Hokkaido is like a meditative journey, from darkness to light, from the outside to the inside. (Photo: Collected)

To approach the Buddha statue, visitors will pass through a long stone tunnel. The entrance of the tunnel is quite dark, evoking a feeling of retreat and meditation. From a distance, people can only see the top of the statue's head, but when you step deeper inside, you can admire the whole body of this statue, and the light gradually reveals the open sky ahead.

The experience is like a spiritual journey from darkness to light, from ignorance to enlightenment. The space is not only beautiful but also very unique, making Buddha Hill a Hokkaido tourist destination with rare spiritual depth.

The purple hues and gentle scent of Hokkaido lavender soothe the soul.

Hokkaido lavender season covers the entire Buddha Hill in purple from July to August, providing an absolutely relaxing space amidst the fresh nature. (Photo: Collected)

One of the highlights of the Buddha Hill in Hokkaido is lavender, a typical flower associated with this land. On the top of the hill are more than 150,000 lavender bushes planted in a circle around the Buddha statue.

Around July – August, Hokkaido lavender flowers bloom, creating a gentle purple carpet with a scent wafting in the wind. This space makes anyone want to stop for a long time, take a deep breath and listen to themselves. That gentle scent is what makes the experience at Hokkaido Buddha Hill so unforgettable.

Unlike other bustling Hokkaido tourist destinations, this place is a resting place for the soul. Amidst the peaceful space, purple color and Buddhist philosophy, Hokkaido Buddha Hill is not only a place for you to take check-in photos, but also a place where you can truly slow down, look deep inside and regenerate spiritual energy.

If you are in Hokkaido in the summer, don’t miss the chance to visit this place to experience a different Japan : quiet, deep and healing. And let the Hokkaido lavender guide you to a beautiful meditative space on your journey.

Source : https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/hoa-oai-huong-ngon-doi-cua-duc-phat-o-hokkaido-atama-daibutsu-v17623.aspx