The highlight of Chion-in is surely the two-storey San-mon gate located to the front of the building.
This San-mon is the largest wooden gate in Japan, standing 24 meters in height and 50 meters from side to side.
The upper floor of the two-level San-mon structure houses a Buddha statue. This gate allows visitors a glimpse of how magnificent this temple is.
Cross the street from Gion, and walk along the approach in front of you.
Catching your first glimpse of the massive structure of San-mon is a heart-stopping moment.
This huge wooden gate is on top of the hill, and looking up at the gate as you walk underneath it is an awe-inspiring sight.
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