Kiyomizu-dera

A hillside temple famous for its 13 m wooden stage projecting from the main hall. Visitors drink from the Otowa Waterfall's three streams, each said to bring a different benefit.

Kiyomizu-dera appears in 7 of the 10 Kyoto vlogs we indexed, first in 2015, most recently in 2025.

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  1. Paolo fromTOKYO

    Top 10 Things to DO in KYOTO Japan | WATCH BEFORE YOU GO

    One of Kyoto's most popular temples and a World Heritage Site.
  2. Japan Guide

    Top 5 Things to do in Kyoto

    Visitors can try lifting Benkei's iron spear.
  3. Allan Su

    Kyoto Travel Guide - The Best Things to Do in Kyoto

    Offers views over the city.
  4. Brief

    Expedia

    Kyoto Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

    Described as one of Japan's most revered temples, with a stone-dominated setting.
  5. Hungry Passport

    TOP 10 Things to do in KYOTO, Japan

    A UNESCO World Heritage Buddhist temple founded in the 8th century.
  6. Sunny in Japan

    3-DAY KYOTO JAPAN TRAVEL ITINERARY 🍁🇯🇵 things to do, places to eat, travel tips & hidden gems

    Has a pagoda, and its wooden stage overlooks autumn foliage.
  7. Camden David

    38 Tips I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Kyoto, Japan

    Extremely crowded from about 10am to 7pm.

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