Kiyomizu-dera Autumn Special Night Viewing

About this event

Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a World Heritage site, will extend its opening hours for 10 days in late November during the peak autumn foliage season for special nighttime viewing of its grounds. With approximately 1,000 maple trees across the precincts, visitors can stroll and enjoy the autumn colors even after sundown. A single blue beam of light stretching into the night sky represents the Kannon Jihiko, expressing the mercy of the temple's main deity, Kannon Bodhisattva. This light, combined with the fiery crimson leaves and the serene tones of historic structures, creates a magical world. Looking down on the Kin-un-kyo ravine from the Kiyomizu Stage makes it appear as though bright red flames have filled the entire valley. The three-story pagoda (Sanjunoto) and the Deva Gate (Niomon) are also beautifully illuminated at night, showing a completely different appearance from the daytime. During the event, the "Moon Garden" at the sub-temple Jojuin will also be specially opened at night, allowing visitors to appreciate the tranquility of a traditional Japanese garden. No reservations are required, and daytime visitors can remain on the grounds directly into the evening.

Venue

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto 605-0862