Tōdai-ji, located in Nara, Japan, is a Buddhist temple complex known for its Great Buddha Hall housing the world's largest bronze statue of the Buddha Vairocana. Initially founded in 738 CE but opened in 752 CE, the temple has undergone several reconstructions, with the most significant one in 1709. It serves as the Japanese headquarters of the Kegon school of Buddhism and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tōdai-ji played a central role in early Japanese Buddhism, but its authority declined over time as power shifted to other locations. Despite this, the temple remains a significant cultural and historical landmark in Japan.