469 Inada, Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture
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Cost per person
Free
Sainen-ji Temple, also known as Inadayama, is a sacred site for Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, founded by Shinran Shonin. From ages 40 to 60, Shinran lived here with his family, completing the main text, Kyo Gyo Shin Sho. The temple features a historic thatched-roof gate dating back to the Kamakura and Muromachi periods. Visitors can explore the serene grounds, including the main hall and a giant ginkgo tree, a natural monument of the prefecture. Located in Kasama, Ibaraki, it's a 5-minute drive from Inada Station. Admission is free, making it an accessible and enriching cultural experience any time of day.