Saikō-ji Temple
西光寺
A historic Shinshu Otani-ha temple founded by a former castle lord who became a disciple of the monk Shinran.
What it is
- A Shinshu Otani-ha temple located in Hitachiota City.
- Founded by Yuien, a former castle lord, during the early Kamakura period.
- Originally established in Torigui village before moving to its current site in 1626.
- Relocated and renamed by Tokugawa Yorifusa during the Edo period.
Getting there
- The temple site is a one-minute walk from Yagawara Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Saikō-ji Temple Open in Google Maps
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