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| Within the Gate. |
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| The 22 meter tall Sanmon Gate at Tofukuji is the oldest Zen gate of its kind, dating back to 1425. One climbs a steep narrow step stairway without guardrails to find an ancient area of statues and quiet. It is only open to the public a few times a year. |
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| The main altar entrance is visible beyond the center of the gate. |
