Captivating view of Kiyomizu-Dera Temple amidst cloudy skies in Kyoto, Japan.Landmarks

Kiyomizu-dera

清水寺

Higashiyama, Kyoto · 京都

A temple founded in 778, whose main hall projects on a lattice of enormous timber pillars over the slope below, looking back across Kyoto.

Why it’s worth it

The approach through Sannenzaka is half the experience and it is at its best before 08:00, when the shops are shuttered and the lanes are empty. The temple opens at six.

CategoryLandmarks
AreaHigashiyama
HoursDaily from 06:00
Typical spend¥
templeviewwooden stage

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