Kuichigai-mon, Historical gate in Kioichō, Japan
The Kuichigai-mon gate features angled stone walls and massive wooden doors designed according to traditional Japanese fortification principles.
During the Edo period, this gate served as a strategic entry point to Edo Castle, the central command post of the Tokugawa shogunate.
The name Kuichigai refers to the specific construction method where paths intersect, reflecting Japanese architectural planning of castle defenses.
Visitors can reach the gate through multiple subway stations, including Hanzomon Station and Kojimachi Station, both within walking distance.
The gate's defensive design includes deliberately offset entrance points, forcing potential attackers to change direction multiple times when entering.
Location: Kioichō
Part of: Edo Castle Gates
GPS coordinates: 35.68128,139.73225
Latest update: October 20, 2025 09:22
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