The Sanmon Gate,Sofukuji Temple

The Sanmon Gate,Sofukuji Temple

The Chinese-style gate at Sofukuji, a temple of the Obaku Sect in Kajiya-machi Nagasaki city. It was established by the Chinese priest Chonen in 1635. There are many cultural assets among the buildings of Sofukuji. This gate has also been designated an important cultural asset.==Date:1872, Place:Nagasaki, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number21‐29‐0]

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  • 1900/12/31 00:19:00
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  • Nagasaki University Library / Kyodo News Images
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  • Nagasaki University Library
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