Seiganto-ji

20251030 - the temple is located near bus stop terminal and will have to climb stairs around 5 min to access. Along the way and at the top of the temple, you can enjoy nice view of nature, weather and the 1st view of nachi fall. It is easier to come to the temple and go down towards nachi fall attraction.

Extreme architectural structure and surroundings made this a must visit spot in Japan. It’s a Centuries-old Buddhist temple with a 3-story red pagoda set against the backdrop of the Nachi Falls. You can witness of mesmerizing view of Nachi fall from here. I went there in November last year & it was in under instruction. I couldn’t enter there but outside of the temple was also outstanding.

After 5-days hike on the Kumano trail and reaching this last destination was rewarding. Seiganto-ji was nestle next to the hillside with plenty of greeneries surrounding it and the breathtaking Nachi waterfall at the back drop with clear blue skies. It is a view you would not miss. Plenty to see around the area if your legs can still walk. The serene Nachi Taisha Grand shrine is just a stone throw away with its own beauty.

Beautiful pagoda with the view of the stunning Nachi falls. There’s a possibility to arrive here directly via car (parking at the top is 800 yen in October 25, and 500 yen a little bit bellow and you can climb by foot)

Came here with the first bus from Kii- Katsura and it was really nice and peaceful.

Well, somewhat lesser known than the neighboring Kumano Nachi Taisha, this is actually where the most famous picture that shows up on many travel sites and books, rivaling Mt Fuji, Kyoto Pagoda and many others. Directly on the Kudo, it clearly is a favorite even past emperors had come here to stay for periods of time. The large modern acommodation facilities shows it still has good followings. Even saw a nice full sized Lexus parked in the middle of the temple--probably some of the richest monks we have actually seen in Japan!?😂😂😂

Very cool and beautiful scenery of buddhist temple, behind waterfall listed in world heritage

What a beautiful architecture. By looking at the temple you can literally feel the heritage! Most impressive building in the whole area. Even more impressive than the famous Pagode next door. My favorite! You can also enter the temple for free. But please take no pictures from inside!