Nakain Temple: A Serene Oasis in Kawagoe
Discover Nakain Temple in Kawagoe: a historic Buddhist sanctuary famed for its spring blossoms and as the birthplace of Sayama Tea.
Nakain Temple, nestled in Kawagoe, Saitama, is a historic Buddhist temple dating back to 830 AD. Known for its beautiful gardens, especially in spring with its weeping cherry blossoms, it offers a tranquil escape. Nakain is also recognized as the birthplace of Sayama Tea, marked by a stone monument within its grounds.
A brief summary to Nakain
- Kosenbamachi, 5 Chome−１５−1, Kawagoe, 5 Chome Kosenbamachi, Saitama, 350-0036, JP
- +8149-222-2170
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during late March or early April to witness the breathtaking weeping cherry blossoms in full bloom, especially during the evening illuminations.
- Explore the temple gardens in other seasons as well, with red spider lilies in early Autumn and colorful foliage in late Autumn.
- Don't miss the stone monument that marks Nakain as the birthplace of Sayama Tea in the Kanto region.
Getting There
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Walking
From Hon-Kawagoe Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line), Nakain Temple is approximately a 12-minute walk. Exit the station and walk east. Follow the main street, turning right at the 'Kosenbamachi' intersection. Continue straight; the temple will be on your left. From Kawagoe Station (JR and Tobu Tojo Lines), the temple is about a 20-minute walk. Head east from the station, passing through the main shopping street. Turn right onto Route 254 and then left onto the smaller road that leads to Nakain. Look for signs indicating the temple.
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Public Transport
From Kawagoe Station (JR and Tobu Tojo Lines), take the Koedo Meguri bus and alight at the 'Nakain' bus stop, which is right in front of the temple. The Koedo Loop Bus also stops near Nakain Temple. A one-day pass for the Koedo Loop Bus costs ¥500. A single bus fare is around ¥200.
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