noun
Refers to the main or front gate of a building, temple, or similar structure. Often contrasted with 後門 (back gate).
寺の前門をくぐると、広い庭が広がっていた。
Passing through the temple's front gate, a spacious garden opened up.
前門と後門の両方に警備員が立っていた。
Guards were stationed at both the front gate and the back gate.