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Tokyo Sensoji Temple

The Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) is the outer of two large entrance gates that leads to the Sensoji. Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

White paper lanterns line the walkway to the Hozomon Gate. Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

The Hozomon (Treasure House Gate) is the inner of two large entrance gates that leads to the Sensoji. Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

Sensoji Temple is Tokyo’s oldest temple, it is dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy. Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

A large straw sandal hangs on the wall of the Hozomon Treasury Gate, made for deities with feet of mythical size, the sandals symbolise the traditional footwear of Buddhist pilgrims. Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

This giant bronze incense burner stands in front of the main hall, worshippers waft the smoke over themselves for good luck and good health. Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

A street vendor carries a steamer for cooking rice cakes. Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

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