Saiden-ji Jinja
📍 Saitama, Hanno · 698 Hanno, Hanno-shi, Saitama
About
MountainKitayama
SectRinzai-shu Shokoku-ji school
PrincipalKannon Bosatsu
Founded1397
FounderAshikaga Yoshimitsu
HeritageUNESCO World Heritage
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
History
Saiden-ji is an ancient temple located in Hanno, a place I cherish. The quiet and calm precincts soothe the hearts of visitors and bring them a sense of peace. This temple is said to have benefits for family safety, physical health, and academic success, gathering the deep faith of the local people. I too, enveloped by its historic atmosphere, often visit. In this land where ancient teachings breathe, many people pray for a peaceful life.
Benefits
Family safetyPhysical healthAcademic success