Buddhist templeKyoto

Kiyomizu-dera

清水寺

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The temple dates its beginning to 778.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

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An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Main Hall
Cliffside wooden hall rebuilt in 1633, enshrining thousand-armed Kannon.
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Niomon Gate
Temple entrance gate rebuilt around 1500 and restored in 2003.
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West Gate
Gate rebuilt in 1633, associated with contemplation of the western Pure Land.
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Bell Tower
Decorated bell tower moved to this location in 1607.
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Three-story Pagoda
Thirty-meter pagoda enshrining Dainichi Nyorai.
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Zuigudo Hall
Hall built in 1735, dedicated to Daizuigu Bodhisattva.
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Sutra Hall
Hall built in 1633, with a painted dragon on its ceiling.
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Amida Hall
Hall dedicated to Amida Buddha and associated with Honen’s nenbutsu teaching.
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Okunoin Hall
Hall above Otowa Waterfall with a projecting wooden stage.
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Koyasu Pagoda
Pagoda dedicated to Koyasu Kannon, revered in prayers for childbirth.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Normal gates open 6:00–18:00, closing at 18:30 in July and August. During spring, summer and autumn special night openings, reception ends 21:00.

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