Saigan-ji, Buddhist temple in Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku, Japan.
Saigan-ji temple features wooden structures adorned with Buddhist artworks, paintings, and calligraphy that express fundamental teachings of the faith.
The temple maintains strong connections to the Honganji-ha sect and represents the evolution of Buddhist practices throughout Japanese religious development.
Regular ceremonies and spiritual gatherings at Saigan-ji allow visitors to experience traditions of the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist denomination.
The temple grounds open their gates to visitors who can reach the location through Kyoto's public transportation system from the city center.
Inside the temple complex, numerous small shrines and memorial spaces create individual areas for meditation and personal reflection.
Location: Fushimi-ku
Website: http://saiganji.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 34.95469,135.77092
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05
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