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By Shibuya246 · · 2 min read · 36 photos · 47 comments

KyotoPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length100mmAperturef/11Shutter1/500sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 13:23
The entrance way to Kiyomizudera. The red paint on this structure really stands out on as you can up the hill and first see itPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length100mmAperturef/9Shutter1/320sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 10:20
The entrance way to Kiyomizudera. The red paint on this structure really stands out on as you come up the hill and first see it
Peace out Japan. Four ladies out for the day in their Yukata having just toured around the Temple groundsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length45mmAperturef/9Shutter1/320sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 10:21
Peace out Japan. Four ladies out for the day in their Yukata having just toured around the Temple grounds
The inner entrance to the main Temple area. A small fee is required to go past this area, but the view from inside is worth itPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length95mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/160sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 10:44
The inner entrance to the main Temple area. A small fee is required to go past this area, but the view from inside is worth it
Drinking the water is said to bring you luck and good health. In the summer it can get quite crowded as it is a popular areaPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length100mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/200sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 10:54
Drinking the water is said to bring you luck and good health. In the summer it can get quite crowded as it is a popular area
The roof of the main TemplePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length75mmAperturef/8Shutter1/250sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 10:58
The roof of the main Temple
Bright red buckets in case of fire. I'm sure they have other ways of putting out fires as well as these bucketsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/100sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:00
Bright red buckets in case of fire. I'm sure they have other ways of putting out fires as well as these buckets
There are many places to wash your hands at the Temple to cleanse them before prayingPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length95mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/125sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:00
There are many places to wash your hands at the Temple to cleanse them before praying
The main Kiyomizu-dera stage area.Photo dataCameraNikon D700Focal length65mmAperturef/8Shutter1/250sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:07
The main Kiyomizu-dera stage area.
Looking back at the stage from a different angle. You can see the slope on the stage like a theater stagePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length42mmAperturef/9Shutter1/320sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:11
Looking back at the stage from a different angle. You can see the slope on the stage like a theater stage
International tourists mixed in with Japanese tourists wearing yukata. nice mixPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/160sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:11
International tourists mixed in with Japanese tourists wearing yukata. nice mix
Like a scene from sen to chiharu, the anime moviePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length52mmAperturef/4.8Shutter1/60sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:17
Like a scene from sen to chihiro, the anime movie
The grounds of the Temple, built on the side of the mountain are quite natural and have plenty of greeneryPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length62mmAperturef/5Shutter1/100sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:46
The grounds of the Temple, built on the side of the mountain are quite natural and have plenty of greenery
A couple out walking through the Temple groundsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/60sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 11:49
A couple out walking through the Temple grounds
wind chimes, the sound of summerPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length38mmAperturef/5Shutter1/100sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:02
wind chimes (風鈴), the sound of summer
unsure of what this man represents, but he is giving it a good promotionPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length82mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/160sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:28
unsure of what this man represents, but he is giving it a good promotion
simply KyotoPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length95mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/160sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:30
simply Kyoto
one of the great shops near Kiyomizu-dera TemplePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length32mmAperturef/5Shutter1/100sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:46
one of the great shops near Kiyomizu-dera Temple
ice-cream and tea being servedPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length24mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/125sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:47
ice-cream and tea being served
Pasta and Pizza in this inviting settingPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length35mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/125sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:53
Pasta and Pizza in this inviting setting
Another peaceful settingPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length35mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/125sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:50
Another peaceful setting
There are many small lanes that open up into courtyards and gardensPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length58mmAperturef/5Shutter1/10sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:54
There are many small lanes that open up into courtyards and gardens
The housing in this area is all traditional style. Great atmospherePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length50mmAperturef/7.1Shutter1/200sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:56
The housing in this area is all traditional style. Great atmosphere
Time for a lesiurley coffee and maybe an Yebius BeerPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length29mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/160sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:56
Time for a leisurely coffee and maybe an Yebisu Beer
Wonderful to see this lady in Kimono making appearancePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length100mmAperturef/11Shutter1/500sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 13:23
Wonderful to see this lady in Kimono making appearance
This scene looks totally natural in the Kyoto settingPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/11Shutter1/500sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 13:26
This scene looks totally natural in the Kyoto setting
One of the many Shrines along the roadwayPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length35mmAperturef/5Shutter1/100sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 12:58
One of the many Shrines along the roadway
Entrance to the Ghibili Studio shopPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length52mmAperturef/7.1Shutter1/200sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 13:01
Entrance to the Ghibili Studio shop
Ponyo by the SeaPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length45mmAperturef/4.5Shutter1/13sISO200Taken1 Jul 2009, 13:09
Ponyo by the Sea
A road marker showing the way to a series of TemplesPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/10Shutter1/400sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 14:25
A road marker showing the way to a series of Temples
old style architecure on display leading up to this TemplePhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/10Shutter1/400sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 14:27
old style architecture on display leading up to this Temple
Gion Corner areaPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/8Shutter1/400sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 14:46
Gion Corner area
New technology with old traditionsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/5.6Shutter1/15sISO200Taken30 Jun 2009, 17:29
New technology with old traditions
Japanese lanternsPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length120mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/250sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 14:48
Japanese lanterns
Jinrikisha in the Gion area of KyotoPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length90mmAperturef/6.3Shutter1/250sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 14:45
Jinrikisha in the Gion area of Kyoto
The river passes through the center of the city keeping the atmosphere calmPhoto dataCameraNikon D700Focal length45mmAperturef/9Shutter1/500sISO800Taken1 Jul 2009, 14:52
The river passes through the center of the city keeping the atmosphere calm

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  1. McAlpine

    Ditto Kinneyrick. These are some beautiful pics.

  2. Shibuya246

    Thank you. Appreciate the comments. I am ready for another trip already and I only got back 2 weeks ago :)

  3. Shibuya246

    Thankyou B)

  4. whipcracker

    Awesome photos, I want to reach through my screen and be there:) Btw did you take any photos of Kiminoboxs movie making? It seems like you have it all over there. I need to fit in this equation somewhere. When you go back don't forget to take Rilakkuma with you, he'd probably have a great time also.

  5. Ji Nakayama

    Great pictures. I went there about 10 years ago. I barely remember things around Kyoto. But the pictures make me want to visit there again. Pretty neat!

  6. Shibuya246

    Thanks, sakura season is really nice in Kyoto too. I will be posting more Feature Photo articles in the coming weeks in addition to regular posts. :)

  7. Shibuya246

    Good to hear from you. The pictures are drawing me back there as well ;)

  8. Shibuya246

    I have quite a few pictures of http://kimonobox.com 's movie making, yes. Eigamura was a great day out.

  9. Shibuya246

    I have quite a few pictures of http://kimonobox.com 's movie making, yes. Eigamura was a great day out.

  10. Shibuya246

    I have quite a few pictures of http://kimonobox.com 's movie making, yes. Eigamura was a great day out.

  11. supremenothing

    I LOVE these photos! I'm not kidding, these are some the best images of Japan that I've seen in some time. I feel like I've been to Kyoto now...

  12. Chris (i-cjw.com)

    A beautiful set, well done - I'm especially taken with the photo of the older couple walking together through the grounds. BTW, the chap in white with the kanji on his back is a pilgrim. The red stamps are the seals of the temples he has toured, and the kanji in black says "namu daishi henjo kongo" - which is a homage to Kobo Daishi (Kukai) who founded the Tendai sect of buddhism.

  13. Creeper Jones

    These images are just fantastic, I sooooooo wish I could be there, but sadly I can't.

  14. chia_ling

    It's beautiful. I never go to kyoto ,so thank you for these photos. ^O^ hope I can go there someday..

  15. billywest

    Nice photo tour of Kiyomizu. The guy pulling the rickshaw looks like his job keeps him in great shape. I might need to change jobs for awhile to get back into fighting form.

  16. mokudekiru

    gorgeous photos! I love these places :)

  17. Shibuya246

    Thank you for your comments here and on http://japansoc.com . It was a really wonderful day out and the walk around Kiyomizudera was so easy. Kyoto is a good place to visit any time.

  18. Shibuya246

    Thanks. I have one from front on. The lady is not so old but the gentleman is ;) . Thanks also for info on Tendai sect buddhism pigrim. Interesting.

  19. Shibuya246

    Hope you get a chance to go to Kyoto some time soon

  20. Shibuya246

    It was a hot day and I'm sure he has lost a few kilos doing this job. The girls thought it was great that someone wanted their photo. B)

  21. Shibuya246

    Really appreciate the comments. It took a while to get this photo set together, but I enjoy looking back at them again myself. :)

  22. reesan

    Nice job man. I felt like I was there!

  23. .tcholas

    such a good work, man ( : I love this blog and my dream is going to Japan someday. :D Can you follow me at twitter? https://twitter.com/mattcholas Very good work :D

  24. remino

    I loved Kiyomizudera when I was there in 2006. I was lost on the way and a nice girl walked with me over there. I'm still in touch with her today. Thanks for showing those pictures! They are bringing back a lot of memories of my trip to Japan.

  25. Shibuya246

    good to here. Are you still in Australia?

  26. Shibuya246

    Glad you liked it. I just followed you on Twitter now. :)

  27. Shibuya246

    The day may be over but the memories linger on for ever. Nice to look back on scenes like this. Thanks :)

  28. Numer0bis

    Really those pictures are just amazing. Unbelieveable set. I would really like to be there right now, looks amazing the place. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful set of pictures with us.

  29. reesan

    yeah, still in Oz. the GFC is preventing me from returning to the land of the rising sun as rapidly as i was expecting.

  30. Ryan

    Thanks for these great photos Shibuya, totally ace. I love the higgeldy-piggeldy of Kyoto with it's quaint little streets and beautiful awe-inspiring temples on the hillside. Looks like you had a cracking time!

  31. shibuya246

    You're most welcome. This picture set has encouraged me to go visit some more places in Japan and bring back images for everyone

  32. jon

    #15 is on a pilgrimage.

  33. Shibuya246

    thanks for this info :)

  34. Hatenicknames86

    Beautiful!I've visited only Tokyo for now...But in future,I'll definitely visit Kyoto too! Thanks for pictures!:)

  35. Shibuya246

    You're welcome. Glad you liked them :)

  36. Shibuya246

    The winding streets and mountain setting make it a real treat. thanks

  37. elbarto26

    These are really amazing photos! I've been to Kyoto once. Looking at these photos really makes me want to go there one more time ^^

  38. Kelly

    Beautiful photos. They confirm my belief that Kyoto is one of the most photogenic cities in the world.

  39. Daniel Mardjuadi

    wow!...ponyo dolls is very very cute!...i love it! ;)

  40. shibuya246

    I am ready for another trip myself ;)

  41. Helen

    Stumbled across this courtesy of a link in Twitter. I love these images. Reminds me of my trip there in May with my fiance'. It all seems so surreal now... As for the gentleman in the white in picture #15, I've seen similar markings on books and scrolls for people who try to travel to all of the major temples in Japan. Like stamps on a passport, I suppose. I'm not sure if he's leading a tour group or maybe he's on a pilgrimage? Thanks for the lovely images of Kiyomizudera. I spent my last day in Kyoto there, and loved ever second if it.

  42. Ray Fujii

    Lived in Kyoto for two years after a brief vacation the year before. This was in mid 70's. I fell in love with this city. My memories of hikes in the northern hills and living as a poor student would are forever with me. In my heart it is my home away from home. I am now in Hillsboro, Oregon, about 20 miles east of Portland. The photos, wonderful, wonderful, the images brought back flashbacks. Thank you for catching what you saw and taking me back briefly.

  43. Ichiro

    About picture #15, I agree with Helen. He is wearing a pilgrim vest. The writing on his back says "Namu Daishi Henjo Kongo" which is a mantra for the Shingon Sect, expressing his dedication to the Sect founder Kobo Daishi (Kukai). I think he is on his tour of the 33 Kannon (Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva) temples in the Kinki region (Saigoku Sanjusansho). Kiyomizu-dera is one of them (No. 16).

  44. shibuya246

    Thanks for your comment. I enjoyed the day out here and myself have enjoyed looking back on the photos many times. Some people say Kyoto is not a photogenic city, but photos of Kyoto always seem to capture the essence of Japan. Always enjoyable to reflect on good memories.

  45. shibuya246

    Thanks for this info. Good of you to share with everyone :)

  46. Neksus

    Picture 19, name of the restaurant: "Oblio", in italian it means "oblivion". The service is either so good it makes you forget the world, or it's just good advice :) It's good to go back to interesting articles, well done again!

  47. Guest

    nice place