The first thing that struck me as I approached the temple was this construction site of the five-story pagoda. Oh… this is a pity. The main gate, designated as an important cultural property, has a nice atmosphere, but the signboard has been renewed, and it’s also bit pity that they wrote “The main gate, Important Cultural Property” on it which should have not been on the original one…

There are various buildings in the precincts, including Goma-do. The main temple was built in Kamakura-era that remains intact and is designated as a national treasure. The curves of the roof are beautiful, and the building’s dark brown color gives it a simple but classic and strong atmosphere.

I felt pity that the neighboring five-storied pagoda was still under construction. However, the finial of the five-storied pagoda, which is called “Sourin”, was on display instead, and I could see it just in front of me.