Buddhist temple
Otowa-san Kiyomizu-dera
音羽山 清水寺（おとわさん／きよみずでら）
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
Its principal image is Jūichimen Senju Kanzeon Bosatsu (the Eleven-Headed, Thousand-Armed Kannon), whose many faces and hands express the work of compassion. It is a temple of faith in Kannon, known for the Kiyomizu Stage (Kiyomizu no Butai).
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Principal image: Jūichimen Senju Kanzeon Bosatsu
History and things to know
The Kannon of Kiyomizu-dera is handed down in a distinctive form with arms raised above the head. Through the temple's official writings, you can trace the features of this form together with the teaching of Kannon, who saves people from suffering.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Related kami and buddhas
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 音羽山 清水寺「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-16 確認）
- 音羽山 清水寺「秘仏十一面千手観音立像」（2026-10-16 確認）
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