In this article, I’ll introduce the fall foliage illumination at Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto.
When you think of autumn leaves in Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple is likely one of the first places that come to mind. Every autumn, Kiyomizu-dera hosts a special nighttime viewing.
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Kiyomizu-dera
History and Background
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most iconic temples, originally founded in 794. It was registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 1994. The autumn night illumination is a special event that attracts many visitors during the fall foliage season.
