ShigaLeisure

Seiganji Temple (青岸寺)

Flow of the course

About 40 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Take a relaxed walk along the water in the shade of leafy trees on the roughly 500-meter cherry tree avenue beside the Amano River

About this spot

This ancient temple sits near the center of Maibara City. The dry-landscape garden at the rear of its grounds, 'Seiganji Garden,' was created in the Edo period and has been designated a National Place of Scenic Beauty. The tranquil scenery formed by moss-covered rock arrangements and carefully trimmed plantings has captivated many visitors through every season. Though located within the town, it's a place where you can forget the bustle and spend a calm stretch of time.

Tips

Within walking distance of Maibara Station. An admission fee is required. The tatami room where you view the garden is meant to be a quiet space, so if you're bringing small children, please be mindful of noise.