Five-storied pagoda at Kaijusen-ji, Kyoto

Notice the Mokoshi eaves at the lowest level.

The pagoda standing in Kamo Town, Kidugawa City, Kyoto, was built in 1214, relatively short but delightful to your eyes. The location of the temple is not convenient for modern visitors but this remote settings are essential to retain the serenity and peace of the temple. 

The shinbashira central pillar stands from the ceiling of the first floor, one of the six examples among the historical five-storied pagodas in the country.

The pagoda has Mokoshi eaves at the first level. This pagoda and the one at Horyu-ji temple have this type of eaves. Only two examples of this style.

Loved the temple. Quiet and breezy. Talked with the lady who received me at the main hall of the temple. Appreciated the statues enshrined in the main hall.

A combination of this temple, Joruri-ji temple, and Gansen-ji temple are highly recommended. They are all in Kamo Town. Transportation between this temple and the other two is a bit of trouble. Bus services are not frequent at all. But taxis are available.