Hamaguri-gomon Gate, Traditional Kōraimon gate in Kamigyō-ku, Japan.
Hamaguri-gomon Gate is a traditional Kōraimon-style gate located within the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden. Its distinctive roof features broad flat tiles connected by semi-cylindrical tiles in the characteristic layered arrangement.
The gate became a site of conflict during the 1864 Kinmon Incident when Chōshū Domain rebels attempted to seize the Imperial Palace. This confrontation left lasting marks on the structure's wooden beams.
The gate served as one of nine traditional entrances marking the boundaries of the noble residential quarter during the Edo period. Visitors can observe how this structure anchored the layout of the historic district.
Visitors can observe bullet marks embedded in the wooden beams from the historical conflict. The gate is situated within the accessible Kyoto Gyoen grounds, making it easy to locate and view from multiple angles.
The name 'Hamaguri' comes from a legend where the gate opened like a clam shell to shelter people during a major fire. This connection to a protective function rooted in fire-resisting imagery makes the gate memorable in local lore.
Location: Kamigyō-ku
Architectural style: Kōraimon
GPS coordinates: 35.02312,135.75958
Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28
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