4.5
Cultural & Heritage Sites
Kaminarimon Gate
tokyo, Japan
Standing since 941, Kaminarimon Gate is the iconic entrance to Senso-ji Temple, known for its giant red lantern weighing about 700 kilograms. Visitors often rub the smoke from the incense burner for good fortune and take photos with the 3.9-meter-high paper lantern.
Best time to visit
Early morning
Insider tip
Visit early in the morning to avoid the afternoon crowds that flock here....
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