An ancient Soto Zen temple and Kanto sacred site with over 600 years of history.
A distinguished temple opened in 1394 by Zen Master Ryoan Emyo.
Also known for tengu worship, with giant tengu wooden clogs and iron clogs dedicated on the grounds.
The cedar-lined approach is filled with a mystical atmosphere that purifies body and mind.
The extensive grounds house magnificent temple buildings includ…
Daiyuzan Saijo-ji was founded in 1394 by Zen Master Ryoan Emyo.
After training at Eiheiji in Fukui, Master Ryoan opened a training hall at this site.
The founder's disciple Myokaku Doryo is said to be an incarnation of a tengu with supernatural powers.
Legend says Doryo pledged to guard the temple a…
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