Kaminarimon

The Kaminarimon gate features a massive red lantern measuring 3.9 meters in height and weighing 700 kilograms at its center entrance.

Originally constructed in 941 by military commander Taira no Kinmasa, the gate underwent multiple reconstructions due to fires before its current concrete structure in 1960.

Four statues guard the gate: Fujin and Raijin, representing wind and thunder, stand at the front while Tenryu and Kinryu occupy the reverse side.

The gate marks the beginning of a direct path leading through Nakamise shopping street to Senso-ji temple, making navigation straightforward for visitors.

The central lantern can be adjusted during festivals like Sanja Matsuri to allow taller objects passage through the gate structure.

Location: Asakusa

Inception: May 1, 1960

Official opening: May 3, 1960

Height: 11.7 m

Width: 11.4 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete, steel

Part of: Sensō-ji

Website: https://senso-ji.jp/guide/guide01.html

GPS coordinates: 35.71113,139.79632

Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40