Sairenji Temple
In Japanese: 西蓮寺
A Tendai temple said to date from 782, called the 'Koyasan of Hitachi'. It has old gates, a bronze pillar and a huge ginkgo tree.
Nio Gate and Sorinto pillar: Important Cultural Properties
Nearby
- Suigo Itako Ayame Park (Iris Garden) ≈ 45 min by car
- Sawara Old Town ≈ 50 min by car
- Kashima Jingu Shrine ≈ 50 min by car
- Tsuchiura Castle Ruins (Kijo Park) & Machikado-gura ≈ 50 min by car
- Ushiku Daibutsu (Great Buddha) ≈ 55 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- About 30 min by taxi from Shin-Hokota Sta. or 40 min from JR Ishioka Sta.
Easier with a tour or car - Fee
- Free
- Good to know
- Halls open 9:00–17:00
- Time needed
- 45 min
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-12. Report outdated info