Minamiashigara
Daiyūzan Saijo-ji Temple
Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple is a 20 minutes’ drive from Odawara, and 30 minutes’ drive from Hakone Yumoto. It belongs Soto sect of Buddhism and has over...
29
13°C
overcast clouds
Minamiashigara
Rural escape known as the home of folklore legend Kintaro
Minamiashigara
Located at the foot of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park, Minami-Ashigara is a city famous not only for its rich history, but also its mandarin oranges and Japanese tea cultivation. Come experience history and enjoy the beautiful outdoors in wonderful Minami-Ashigara!
Saijoji Temple, built in 1394, is true power spot of Minami-Ashigara and is popular for its beauty and the 500-year old cedar trees that line the approach to the complex. The temple is also known as Tengu Temple, which references a type of supernatural creature in Japanese folklore.
Outdoor enthusiasts also won’t want to miss the area's beautiful nature spots, such as Mt. Yagura and Sunset Falls.
Attractions
Explore some of Kanagawa's best things to do and places to go.
Top Attractions
Explore some of Kanagawa's best things to do and places to go.
Explore the Minamiashigara area
Explore the charms of Minamiashigara with our map to find sightseeing spots, accommodation options or local restaurants.
Trip Reports
Discover Kanagawa Prefecture’s hidden gems and cultural marvels through a curated collection of articles by talented local writers.
-
MinamiashigaraSoothing 2-Day Onsen Tour of Hakone
Enjoy Kanagawa's most famous hot spring resort, Hakone, to your heart's content. You'll be relaxing...
-
MinamiashigaraModern Hot Spring Therapy and Saijoji Temple Visit
This route will take you to experience the subtle yet beautiful and profound world of the second Soto...
-
MinamiashigaraA Leisure Day in Matsuda: Meditation Followed by Fishing
This is a plan that allows you to fully enjoy both stillness and movement all in one day, combining...
-
MinamiashigaraMeditate, Have a Beer, and Shop Local Markets All in One Day
After paying a visit to the inner shrine at the highest point of Daiyuzan, refresh yourself with some...
-
MinamiashigaraExplore Old Odawara, Then Witness Minamiashigara's Cherry Blossoms
Why not take a trip into Spring lane and happy-path cherry blossoms festival. You can enjoy spring's...
-
MinamiashigaraDress up as a Samurai and Experience Traditional Odawara
Saijoji Temple, which has a history of 600 years and is known as a sacred place in the Kanto region,...
-
MinamiashigaraA Rejuvenating Day in Minamiashigara's Nature
If you're full from eating Manyo Udon at Kintaro's, you'll be just as satisfied as Kintaro himself!...