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This most-visited temple in Kyoto was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy. It's beautiful hillside location offers spectacular views of the city and valley below.
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1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama, Kyoto 605-0862, Kyoto Prefecture
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Reviewed yesterday

A climb to the top is moderate for most, this is a another unique temple in a city of temples and shrines

Date of experience: October 2019
Thank Wynn R
Reviewed 2 days ago

We spend the day exploring this area, enjoying the sites seeing Japanese people in traditional clothing. Some areas are a bit of a tourist trap with lots of tacky shops. The temple itself is beautiful, but requires a bit of a hike and extensive stair...More

Date of experience: October 2019
Thank GinnyKelowna
Reviewed 2 days ago

Very well organized tour and advice to prevent the crowds early was wise because it gets very crowded

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank Jaroslav1_7
Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

The main temple was under renovation when I visited but that didn't stop me from enjoying the breathtaking pagodas popping up from the sea of leaves around this world-famous Buddhist temple. The modest entrance-fee of Y400 is basically free considering the views you get from...More

Date of experience: October 2019
Thank 791philipj
Reviewed 3 days ago

From the temple you can see Kyoto in panoramic view. You have to walk a little to reach the temple. Many souvenir shop, also food. If you visit Kyoto, please come to Kiyomizu-dera, you won't regret it.

Date of experience: April 2019
Thank Afi L
Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile

This temple is breathtaking but its full impact is somewhat subdued at the moment as the main building is sheeted up for restoration, but do not be put off, it is well worth the uphill hike to get to it with its beautiful pagodas

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank F2042HDlucyc
Reviewed 3 days ago

The temple is under renovation from outside, so you can't get good pictures from outside. I really appreciate that old pieces are maintained. Entire temple area is worth coming and offers nice view towards the city. Temple is located uphill, so be fit.

Date of experience: September 2019
Thank mWrite
Reviewed 3 days ago

The tour was a wonderful way to take your own pace on the trip. The rangers are available to response any queries and if you wish, you can remain the entire day.

Date of experience: August 2019
Thank Mulham_MH
Reviewed 5 days ago

We followed the direction from google maps and got off at the Ikedacho bus stop, We were in doubt because we had to cross a large graveyard but there were also other tourists besides us so we just went along with the path. The graveyard...More

Date of experience: June 2019
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Reviewed 1 week ago

For this appointment, I had high prospects, and it was not disappointing. At here, the guide has genuinely first rate.

Date of experience: July 2019
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Cato1111
28 September 2019|
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Response from Inespansione | Reviewed this property |
Yes we did pay an entry fee. But because we wanted to enter the main hall and see the statues and the hall. I guess if you want to just wander around the premises, garden ect. you could without paying a fee, but I would not... More
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fruittravels
7 July 2019|
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Response from madpharm2015 | Reviewed this property |
As far as I know, there is no reserved tour offered by the temple. There are audio guides and peope who are on group tour around Kyoto. I really enjoyed my visit to this temple. A road to this temple is filled with shops... More
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Enas2011
14 April 2019|
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Response from JennuineP | Reviewed this property |
It will take you 30 min to walk from Gion Corner to Kiyomizu-dera. Plus you have to walk all around the temple (at least 30 min), and then back again. Unless you are extremely comfortable walking around in wood thong shoes... More
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