Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple

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This Soto Zen temple is in Minamiashigara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Founded in 1401, it is the main Kanto base for followers of the Tsugen lineage. On the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month, they hold a Zen mediation workshop in the main hall followed by a Dharma talk. The temple's meditation hall is a Zen training dojo; in the summer there are chances to experience the Zen life, including their Zen meet-up for children, and a summertime Zen study group.

Spot details

Address: Kanagawa Pref. Minamiashigarashi Daiyuchou 1157 Map
Area: Around Hakonemachi Area
Phone: 0465743121
Hours: [Temple office] 6:00-16:00
[Amulet shop] 9:00-16:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Worship] Free
Parking Lot: Available(250spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Review

A little piece of heaven

Reviewed : 2019.11.08

W stayed at the Canadian house Airbnb and caught the bus up the hill to the temple.I have seen mant beautiful places on my travels and this was stunning. Away from the main temple we were the only...
Impressive and very serene

Reviewed : 2018.08.30

The temple complex was one of the most impressive we’ve seen in Japan. It’s situated in nature so it’s a really amazing peaceful place to spend the afternoon. We hiked to the temple from Daiyuzan...
Gorgeous nature and structure

Reviewed : 2017.12.26

Visited by my car.The approach is already impressive as the thick forest is there. It looks peaceful and good for your body.The temple looks good featuring Tengu, long-nosed red goblin.Walked...