Hōzōmon

The Hōzōmon gate stands 21.7 meters tall and functions as the second entrance portal leading to the Sensō-ji temple complex in Tokyo.

The original structure from 942 underwent multiple reconstructions due to fires and war damage until the current steel-reinforced concrete version was completed in 1964.

Two Niō guardian statues measuring 5.45 meters in height protect the southern entrance of the gate, leading to its alternative name Niōmon.

Visitors can access the gate through Asakusa Station, which connects to multiple subway lines and provides direct access to the temple grounds.

The gate displays two enormous waraji straw sandals on its northern face, each measuring 4.5 meters in length and weighing 400 kilograms.

Location: Asakusa

Inception: April 1, 1964

Architectural style: Wayō, East Asian hip-and-gable roof

Height: 21.7 m

Made from material: steel reinforced concrete

Part of: Sensō-ji

Website: http://senso-ji.jp/guide/guide03.html

GPS coordinates: 35.71396,139.79667

Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:12