Seiun-ji Temple

Overview

Nestled at the foot of Wakago-yama mountain, Ganshozan Seiun-ji Temple is a Soto Zen Buddhist temple located in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture. Known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot with approximately 30 cherry trees in full bloom, its approximately 600-year-old weeping cherry tree is said to have been planted by Bahoho Kyozenji at the time of the temple's founding. Its pale pink and crimson blossoms create a spectacular scene when in full bloom, adorning the entire temple grounds. Because the Edohigan cherry and Chichibu beni-shidarezakura bloom about a week apart, visitors can enjoy the blossoms for an extended period. The beauty of Seiun-ji Temple's weeping cherry tree captivates many tourists, and a cherry blossom illumination event is held in the spring. Visitors can enjoy a magical, different landscape from daytime, and the temple is bustling with people enjoying the illuminated cherry blossoms at night. In addition to the weeping cherry tree, Seiun-ji Temple has various other cherry trees planted, creating a breathtaking scene with cherry blossoms covering the entire grounds during cherry blossom season. This impressive display of blossoms soothes the hearts of all who visit. Seiun-ji Temple is not only known as a famous cherry blossom spot but also as a historically significant temple, making it a worthwhile destination.