Todai-ji is a historic temple located in Nara, Japan. It was founded in the 8th century and is renowned for housing the Great Buddha, a massive bronze statue known as Daibutsu. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and serves as a significant cultural and religious center. The main hall, called Daibutsuden, is one of the largest wooden structures in the world. Todai-ji also features beautiful gardens and various smaller temples within its complex. Visitors come to admire its architecture and learn about its importance in Japanese history and Buddhism.