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Saihō-ji Temple

西芳寺

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Saihō-ji introduced visits by advance application in 1977.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

1977
Historical milestone
ShōwaRecorded event
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Sources 西芳寺｜苔寺　Saihoji | Kokedera

About the era labels

Browse places by founding, rebuilding, and other events in each historical era.

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Sairaido Main Hall
The main hall enshrines Amida and welcomes sutra copying.
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Golden Pond
The pond follows the character for heart amid mossy islands.
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Shoando Tea House
The tea house enshrines a wooden image of Sen Shoan.
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Shonantei Tea House
The historic tea house has a north-facing moon-viewing platform.
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Tanhokutei Tea House
An eastern garden tea house uses chair seating.
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Shumyomon Gate
The cypress-bark-roofed gate serves as the visitor entrance.
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Main Gate
The former busy entrance now stands along a mossy approach.
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Kannon Hall
This Kannon hall served as the earlier main hall.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Visitors must apply in advance; the temple offers Nichinichi and limited Oriori programmes.

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