Saihoji in Sano is a Jodo Shinshu temple that has supported regional nembutsu faith. The principal Amida Nyorai in welcoming form symbolizes guidance to the Pure Land. Located within Sano's townscape, a familiar place of worship for citizens. The grounds preserve relics associated with Shinran Shonin, telling Shinshu history. Monthly dharma talks offer opportunities to learn Buddhist teachings fro…

Saihoji is said to have been founded in the Muromachi period as a Jodo Shinshu training hall. Shinran Shonin is said to have conducted missionary work in this area during his Kanto preaching journey. Local believers who followed Shinran's teachings opened a training hall, which is said to be the beg…