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Description Here is the back of the Ha-no-mon Gate. This structure is significant because the top is filled with rocks held up with comparatively small supports. You'll also notice that this side of the gate is sunk into the ground like a box. If invaders were to threaten this gate the supports on this side can be easily broken down filling the gate with rubble and sealing it off.
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Ha Gate yagura gate ICP

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