Walk through this massive red gate to see the giant straw sandals—waraji—hanging on the back. It serves as the main entrance to the inner grounds of the temple complex. Skip the overpriced trinket stalls immediately surrounding the structure and head straight for the five-story pagoda behind it. Spend 15 minutes checking out the intricate woodwork. If you want context, the $19 walking tour beats wandering aimlessly through the tourist throng. Capture the gate from the lower steps.
