What other travelers are saying about Kiyomizudera Temple
Is this my first time to visit this site. It was absolutely stunning. This is most likely my favorite part in Kyoto. The walk there was beautiful and looking back over the city was even better. The buildings are truly impressive. The view from the balconies are also very beautiful. They should be your number one spot to see in Kyoto.
stunning, green and full of beauty.
The vibrant colors and detailed design of the pagoda were amazing up close.
Standing there felt peaceful, with the blue sky above and rich history all around.
It’s a must-see spot in Kyoto that truly impressed me.
There are places so breathtaking that they seem suspended between worlds — and this temple in Japan is undoubtedly one of them. With its intricate architecture, serene gardens, and sacred atmosphere, it whispers the kind of quiet beauty that lingers in the soul.
That is, if you can hear it over the crowd.
From the moment you arrive, the reverence of the space is somewhat eclipsed by the throng of visitors shuffling shoulder to shoulder, selfie sticks in hand, and queues that seem to move with the patience of a monk in meditation. The tranquility one expects from such a spiritual place is replaced by the hum of tourism at full volume.
Still, the temple’s charm refuses to be overshadowed. In brief, stolen moments — a ray of sun catching the edge of a pagoda, the scent of incense curling through the air — one can catch glimpses of the divine.
It’s a place absolutely worth visiting… but perhaps best appreciated with an early alarm and tempered expectations.
Definitely worth the visit. The temple is a complex of multiple temples nearby so you can spend the entire day there. Lots of walking though. It's beautiful and very green. The streets on the way to the temple are also very interesting, lots of good food options and sovinier stores. There is plenty of kimono rentals as well. We took the city bus from Kyoto station, taxi is like 1500 yen and bus fare was like 230, so if you are 4 people just take a taxi
Very impressive, fantastic view from the wooden stage. However, even on a weekday it is utterly packed with tourists. Prepare to slowly squeeze through crowds of people who are all trying to take the best photos.
While the crowd and the accompanying noise ruin any sense of spirituality and tranquility, I would still recommend visiting this amazing temple.
