Sayama fudōson

Sayama fudōson is a Buddhist temple in Kami-Yamaguchi with grounds featuring a traditional main gate that leads to pathways lined with ancient Japanese cedar trees and stone staircases. The site commands views of Lake Sayama and Mount Fuji in the distance.

The temple was established as a principal center of the Tendai Buddhist sect in 1975, situated near Lake Sayama which was constructed as a reservoir in 1934. Its location connects religious purpose with the region's modern water management infrastructure.

The temple houses underground galleries with Kannon statues and Mizuko Jizo terraces where visitors encounter memorials for unborn children, following Buddhist tradition. These spaces serve as quiet places where people express their feelings and share their grief.

The temple is accessible by a short walk from Seibu Kyujo-mae Station, and the grounds are open to visitors without barriers. Comfortable shoes are recommended as pathways wind between trees and staircases with uneven surfaces.

The grounds contain a five-story red pagoda that serves as a regional landmark near the artificial lake. This structure is visible from many points around the region and helps visitors orient themselves visually.

Location: Kami-Yamaguchi

Address: 埼玉県所沢市上山口2214

Website: https://sayamafudo.com

GPS coordinates: 35.77033,139.41596

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02