27.The mitesaki-tokyo or three tier cantilever in a space under the floor

Hitomaru

Unsei-ji temple was the family temple of feudal lord’s chiefs retainers of the Akashi domain.  Its main hall was destroyed by World War Ⅱ, but it was rebuilt in 1977.  The mitesaki-tokyo was originally used to support deep eaves of temples and shrines.  It is unique to support wide wooden deck.

Akashi heritage-map “Hitomaru” 2018

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Photo:Feb.2024
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