Saijō-ji, Buddhist temple in Minamiashigara, Japan
The temple grounds span a 3-kilometer path lined with 500-year-old cedar trees from the Niomon Gate to the main buildings.
Established in 1394, Saijo-ji Temple ranks third in importance among Soto Zen Buddhist temples in Japan, following Eiheiji and Sojiji temples.
The temple honors the legend of monk Doryo, who transformed into a tengu mountain spirit upon completing the temple construction.
The temple complex provides free parking for 250 vehicles and stands 10 minutes by foot from the last stop of the Doryo-son bus line.
Visitors leave wooden sandals as offerings throughout the temple grounds, following the tradition connected to monk Doryo.
Location: Minamiashigara
Inception: April 10, 1394
Part of: Kantō 36 Fudō Pilgrimage
Address: 神奈川県南足柄市大雄町1157
Website: https://daiyuuzan.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.30194,139.07556
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:50
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