noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
closing of a gate; gate closure
Refers to the act of closing a gate, especially at a temple, shrine, or castle. Often used in historical or formal contexts.
寺は夕方六時に閉門する。
The temple closes its gates at 6 p.m.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
house confinement (Edo period)
Historical punishment during the Edo period where a person was confined to their residence. Not used in modern contexts.
江戸時代、武士は閉門の刑に処されることがあった。
During the Edo period, samurai could be sentenced to house confinement.