The temple grounds feature Kokotake, or 'filial piety bamboo,' where parent and child bamboo stalks grow intertwined. This natural formation has become a symbol of family happiness for pilgrims visiting the 48th sacred site.

El templo está vinculado a una leyenda de Kobo Daishi en la que encontró agua aquí, conectando Sairin-ji con una figura venerada del budismo Shingon.