Rengeji Temple

Rengeji Temple is located in Natsume, Oya-cho, Yabu City. In the temple grounds, there is the Tensho no Orobai, a 450-600 year old tree designated as a city cultural property. It is the longest-lived red plum tree in Japan. The best time to see it is from mid-March to the spring equinox. In addition to the red plum trees, there is also a cherry tree, known as the "Child-Borrowing Cherry Tree." This cherry tree has a mysterious trunk where new eyes appear one after another from the base, giving birth to children, and grandchildren. The first flowers to bloom are picked and served as cherry blossom tea to those who wish for children. Since ancient times, Rengeji Temple has been said to bring good luck to women in finding a good partner, having children, and safe childbirth, as well as healthy growth of children and happy marriages, and for men, it is a temple that brings good luck in finding a good partner, happy marriages, and success in life.