Several structures, including thekondō and the five-story pagoda, areNational Treasures of Japan. The temple possesses 18 specifically designated national treasures, including the buildings and other works as well; and the temple holds several dozen important cultural assets. Wall paintings at the temple were the subject of academic research which earned the Imperial Prize of the Japan Academy in 1960.
As part of the "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto," it is designated as a World Heritage Site.
The five-story pagoda at Daigoji temple was built in 951 and is the oldest building in Kyoto. It was one of few buildings to survive theOnin War in the 15th century.
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