Saikō-ji Temple
西光寺
Saikoji is a historic Buddhist temple in Fukui, home to the graves of a famous warlord and his wife.
What it is
- Buddhist temple of the Tendai Shinsei sect.
- Founded in 1489 by Ueda Hyoe-no-jo Moritada.
- Family temple of Sengoku warlord Shibata Katsuie.
- Chief priests hold memorial services for Katsuie and Oichi.
What to see
- Graves of Shibata Katsuie and Oichi.
- Large plum tree next to the graves.
- Plum tree has double red flowers.
When to go
- Late February to March for plum blossoms.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Saikō-ji Temple Open in Google Maps
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