In addition to checking in, don't forget to learn about the rich history of Kaminarimon Shrine

#temple #kaminarimon #tokyo Explore Tokyo's historical treasure: Kaminarimon Shrine The Kaminarimon Shrine, located in Asakusa, Tokyo, is a shrine full of history and culture. The official name of Kaminarimon is "Wind and Thunder God Gate", which symbolizes the protection of the wind god and the thunder god. This shrine is the entrance to Sensō-ji Temple and one of Tokyo's most iconic landmarks. The history of Kaminarimon dates back to 942, when it was originally located in Komagata, south of Asakusa, but was later moved to its current location during the Kamakura period2. Kaminarimon has suffered fires many times in history, and the most recent reconstruction was in 1960 with a donation from Konosuke Matsushita, the founder of Matsushita Electric (now Panasonic). This shrine is not only a center for religious activities, but also a place of worship for prayers to be protected from natural disasters such as floods and fires. The most eye-catching thing about Kaminarimon is the huge red lantern hanging above the gate. The lantern is 3.9 meters tall, 3.3 meters in diameter and weighs 700 kilograms. The lantern's frame is made of bamboo from the Tamba area of ​​Kyoto, and the Japanese paper on the outer frame is made of Japanese paper produced in Fukui Prefecture. There is also a carving of a dragon on the bottom of the lantern, symbolizing the protection of the dragon god. On both sides of the Thunder Gate stand statues of the God of Wind and the God of Thunder, which symbolize the awe and worship of the forces of nature. There are also statues of golden dragons and celestial dragons on the inside of the door, which are the gods that protect Buddhists. When visiting Kaminarimon Shrine, it is recommended to start from Kaminarimon to experience its grandeur. Next, you can stroll along Nakamise-dori, a shopping street filled with a variety of traditional crafts and gourmet snacks. Finally, enter Sensō-ji Temple to experience the majesty and sacredness of this ancient temple. 📍Address: Kaminarimon Shrine is conveniently located and is about a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. Asakusa Station on the Toei Subway Asakusa Line, Tobu Skytree Line, and Tsukuba Express are also within walking distance.