Saifuku-ji Temple

What it is

• A Soto Zen temple.
• Founded in 1565 by Takeda Shingen.
• Keigaku Shuhaku also founded the temple.

What to see

• Takeda Shingen's donation letter is a temple treasure.
• Takeda Katsuyori's letter of endorsement is a temple treasure.
• A kasaya is a city cultural property.
• The temple has a pond garden.
• The pond garden is a city designated scenic spot.

Getting there

• About a 10-minute drive from Shiojiri Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.