Kiyomizu-dera

Buddhist temple · Kyoto-shi

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The Perfect 7-Day Japan Itinerary (Updated 2025)

"Established in 778 with most existing buildings from the 17th century, Kiyomizu-dera (“pure water temple”) is famous for a large wooden terrace that juts out over the hillside (constructed without a single nail) and for a nearby waterfall whose waters are said to have wish-granting and healing powers that you can still drink today." - Matthew Kepnes

https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/seven-day-japan-itinerary/

1 Chome-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan Get directions

kiyomizudera.or.jp
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