Kaminarimon
Up first, it features a much-photographed giant lantern and statues of guardian gods Raijin (god of thunder) and Fūjin (god of wind). First built in 942, the gate has been destroyed numerous times and the current incarnation dates to 1960. The Nakamise shopping arcade leading up to the temple starts after the gate (see Buy).
Why it is worth a visit
Asakusa's famous Thunder Gate with its giant red lantern, entrance to Senso-ji.
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Highlights
Why visit
Asakusa's famous Thunder Gate with its giant red lantern, entrance to Senso-ji.
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