On Hirokoji-dori in the middle of Toyohashi, Saiko-ji is a small but appealing temple, worth stopping off at for a look if you're in the area. It's distinguished by the interesting Indian-style relief carvings at the gate, and a few Buddhist statues in the grounds. Along with a shrine I found just down the road, it's a reminder that even in the middle of a busy city, it's always possible to find somewhere to take in Japan's spiritual tradition.
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Saiko-ji
An interesting little temple in Toyohashi

By Peter Sidell
Community writer

The gate on the street

One of the carvings at the gate

One of the guardian lions at the gate, with a cub at its paw

The other guardian lion, this one with its mouth slightly open

The other Indian-style carving

One of the statues in the temple grounds

Another, smaller statue

And another statue of a devotee

The main hall
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