noun
karamon gate; Chinese-style gate with a karahafu gable
A large, ornate gate featuring a curved karahafu gable, commonly found at temples, shrines, and castles. The term is specific to Japanese traditional architecture.
See also: 唐破風
西本願寺の唐門は、国宝に指定されている。
The karamon gate at Nishi Hongan-ji is designated a National Treasure.
城の正面に立派な唐門が建てられた。
A magnificent karamon gate was built at the front of the castle.