The eleven faces and forty-two arms of
Kannon show great compassion.
People have felt very close to the principal
image of the temple and
called the deity “Kiyomizu Kannon-san.”
KANNON REIJO, THE EMBODIMENT OF
KANNON’S COMPASSION
KANNON REIJO,
THE EMBODIMENT OF
KANNON’S COMPASSION
Over 1200 years have passed since the foundation of Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Halfway up Mt. Otowa,
one of the peaks in Kyoto’s Higashiyama mountain range, stands the temple, to which large numbers of visitors
come to pay their respects to Kannon, a deity of great mercy and compassion. For this reason, our temple is
known as a “Kannon Reijo.” “Reijo” is a Japanese word meaning a “holy place”
with which the Kannon’s compassion is abundant.
The figure of Kannon embodies your thankful hearts—feelings of gratitude for coming into this world,
your tranquil daily lives, and your loved ones, friends, and acquaintances who are always there beside you.
In other words, worshiping Kannon means taking a hard look at your true self.
Live your day-to-day lives, expressing your gratitude.
And find the Kannon’s compassion in your everyday deeds.
We at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, along with the deity Kannon, wish for the happiness of all people across in the world.
When you visit the temple, simply put your hands together when in front of the statue of Kannon
and offer a prayer of thanksgiving.
Respectfully yours,
TOURS
Feel Kiyomizu, with hands-on toursA Kiyomizu priest guides international sightseers on a special tour of the grounds. He shows them around and takes them to visit several traditional buildings and historic spots, all the while explaining the teachings of the deity Kannon. We’re sure that you will discover new wonders of Kiyomizu-dera Temple as you hear the traditional stories of the temple’s origin and history that have been handed down over generations.
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Autumn scenery | 秋景
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THE EVENING SPECIAL VISIT autumn 2021 | 秋の夜間特別拝観 -Dates: November 18 (Wed) – November 30 (Mon) -Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (last entry) -Admission fee: Adult: 400 yen Elementary and junior high student: 200 yen More detail https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/.../special_night_viewing/ 恒例の秋の夜間特別拝観を本年も執り行います。色づく紅葉の中に浮かび上がる堂塔・・・。夜間拝観ならではの境内の眺めを楽しみながら、観音様にお参りいただき、ひと時、大切な方を思い、ご自身に向き合う機会を持っていただければ幸いです。 日時 ： 11月18日（木）～11月30日（火）の期間中、午後9時受付終了 拝観料：大人400円 小・中学生200円
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Autumn scenery | 秋景
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THE EVENING SPECIAL VISIT autumn 2021 | 秋の夜間特別拝観 -Dates: November 18 (Wed) – November 30 (Mon) -Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (last entry) -Admission fee: Adult: 400 yen Elementary and junior high student: 200 yen More detail https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/.../special_night_viewing/ 恒例の秋の夜間特別拝観を本年も執り行います。色づく紅葉の中に浮かび上がる堂塔・・・。夜間拝観ならではの境内の眺めを楽しみながら、観音様にお参りいただき、ひと時、大切な方を思い、ご自身に向き合う機会を持っていただければ幸いです。 日時 ： 11月18日（木）～11月30日（火）の期間中、午後9時受付終了 拝観料：大人400円 小・中学生200円
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THE EVENING SPECIAL VISIT autumn 2021 | 秋の夜間特別拝観 2021.11.23 -Dates: November 18 (Wed) – November 30 (Mon) -Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (last entry) -Admission fee: Adult: 400 yen Elementary and junior high student: 200 yen More detail https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/.../special_night_viewing/ 恒例の秋の夜間特別拝観を本年も執り行います。色づく紅葉の中に浮かび上がる堂塔・・・。夜間拝観ならではの境内の眺めを楽しみながら、観音様にお参りいただき、ひと時、大切な方を思い、ご自身に向き合う機会を持っていただければ幸いです。 日時 ： 11月18日（木）～11月30日（火）の期間中、午後9時受付終了 拝観料：大人400円 小・中学生200円
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THE EVENING SPECIAL VISIT autumn 2021 | 秋の夜間特別拝観 -Dates: November 18 (Wed) – November 30 (Mon) -Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (last entry) -Admission fee: Adult: 400 yen Elementary and junior high student: 200 yen More detail https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/.../special_night_viewing/ 恒例の秋の夜間特別拝観を本年も執り行います。色づく紅葉の中に浮かび上がる堂塔・・・。夜間拝観ならではの境内の眺めを楽しみながら、観音様にお参りいただき、ひと時、大切な方を思い、ご自身に向き合う機会を持っていただければ幸いです。 日時 ： 11月18日（木）～11月30日（火）の期間中、午後9時受付終了 拝観料：大人400円 小・中学生200円
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Nissokan | 日想観 NO KNOWLEDGE OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. FEEL KANNON JUST BY WATCHING THE SETTING SUN. Nissokan is the most simple Buddhist meditation method. It can be practiced anywhere, anytime. By gazing at the setting sun in the west and visualizing the Paradise of the Pure Land in the glowing sky, you can feel the teachings of Kannon. 知識も経験も必要ありません 沈む夕陽に観音さまを感じることができます 日想観は時と場所を選ばないもっともシンプルな修行法です。西の空に沈む夕暮れの太陽を見つめ、朱く染まった空に極楽浄土を想うだけで、観音さまの教えを体感することができます。
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Hondo | 本堂
Scenic beauty in all seasons and the solemn atmosphere of the temple grounds are being captured. Enjoy the stunning up-to-date pictures of Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
