Sainen-ji, Buddhist temple in Tokoname, Japan
The Sainen-ji temple features traditional Buddhist architecture with wooden structures and curved roofs set within garden grounds in Tokoname.
Founded in 1531 by Saji Tamesada, the Sainen-ji temple has maintained its position as a Sōtō Zen Buddhist center for nearly five centuries.
The temple functions as a significant stop along the Owari Thirty-three Kannon pilgrimage circuit, attracting Buddhist practitioners throughout the year.
Located at Ōno-chō 9-139 in Tokoname, visitors can access the temple grounds during daylight hours to observe its architectural elements.
The temple preserves traditional Buddhist practices while maintaining its original structures from the early Edo period in Aichi Prefecture.
Location: Ōno-chō, Tokoname
Inception: 1531
Founders: Saji Tamesada
Part of: Owari Thirty-three Kannon
Address: 愛知県常滑市大野町9-139
GPS coordinates: 34.93232,136.82584
Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:04
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