Kiyomizu-dera Temple
清水寺
Kiyomizu-dera is a historic Rinzai Buddhist temple, founded in 808, known for its unique origins.
What it is
- Rinzai sect Myoshin-ji school temple.
- Founded in 808 by Enchin and Sakanoue Tamuramaro.
- Originally Shingon sect, converted in Edo period.
- Known as a historic sacred site.
What to see
- Nitenmon gate is an Important Cultural Property.
- Main hall rebuilt during the Kanbun era.
- Standing Jizo Bodhisattva statue is an Important Cultural Property.
- Main image shown only on Coming of Age Day.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
岐阜県加茂郡富加町加治田985-1番地 Open in Google Maps
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