In the precincts of Todai-ji Temple, Kokei proceeded with repair of Nenbutsu-do Hall, reconstruction of Tonan-in and construction of Tosho-gu Shrine (now Tenno-den) while he visited Suo Province to construct Shunjo-in in memory of Chogen, whom he admired.
東大寺境内では念仏堂の修理、東南院の再建、東照宮（今の天皇殿）、周防国にも行って、慕っていた重源の記念のために、俊乗院を建造した。