The community of Nishisato that spreads westward from Horyu-ji Temple was created by Masakiyo NAKAI, the master builder renowned for his leadership and unparalleled skills in construction in the early part of the pre-modern era (late 16th century - early 17th century).
法隆寺のすぐ西に広がる西里の集落は、近世初期の日本で最も組織的な力をふるった大工棟梁・中井正清の育った集落でもある。