Raizan Sennyoji Temple — Ancient Mountain Monastery

**Cedar forest meditation walk:** A 1.2-km path around the temple perimeter passes through the oldest section of the cedar grove — trees that were planted 300+ years ago now form a cathedral ceiling 40 meters overhead. The path is unmarked on any map. Begin at the left side of the main gate. **Spring at the hall:** The spring water that flows from beneath the main hall is considered sacred. Bring a small empty bottle — this water is collected by locals for tea, claimed to have a different mineral profile from tap water. The taste difference is not imaginary. **Combine with Shiraito Falls:** Sennyoji is 15-minute drive from Shiraito Falls (see separate entry) — both visits fit in a half-day mountain circuit with time for the falls pool, lunch at the somen restaurant, and the temple by late afternoon. **Annual fire ceremony:** The Saito Goma fire ceremony is held in March — a large outdoor fire ritual where monks chant sutras while throwing offerings into a bonfire. Check Itoshima City tourism calendar for the date.