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Sanmon Gate

In Brief

Gate in Northern Higashiyama, Kyoto

Varies by season

500

Allow 20 minutes

No regular closing days

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Updated 14 December 2019

About Sanmon Gate

Guarding the entrance to Nanzenji Temple stands the impressive Sanmon Gate. Standing 22m tall, it is considered one of the three great gates of Kyoto and offers excellent views over the city.