As one of the oldest and most venerated Buddhist temples in Tokyo, the Asakusa Sensō-ji temple is a popular destination for tourists to snap a few photos. Kaminarimon or "Thunder Gate" fronts the pathway to the temple and features a huge lantern and two statues of the gods of lightning and thunder.
Mind Over Manga Tour 2008 - Kaminarimon
August 22 - 30, 2008 – Tokyo, Japan
By Deb Aoki, About.com Guide
Kaminarimon or Thunder Gate fronting Asakusa Sensō-ji, Temple was a popular spot to take a souvenir photo.
Kaminarimon at Asakusa
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