Daigoji Temple
Daigoji Temple
Daigo-ji Temple (醍醐寺) is located in the vast precinct of over 2 million tsubo on Mt. Daigo (Mt. Kasatori). It has a long history, founded in 874 by Rigen Daishi Shobo, a disciple of Kukai's disciples. The National Treasure Five-Storied Pagoda was built in the Heian period and has a 1100 year history. It is the oldest wooden structure in Kyoto Prefecture. Bentendo in the precincts is famous for its autumn leaves. From April 2019, it became possible to enter Kami-Daigo, and once you climb the steep mountain path, which is about an hour on foot, There are many temple buildings designated as national treasures and important cultural properties.
Last Updated: June.2020