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Good to know

The garden of Jojuin, a sub-temple of Kiyomizu-dera, opens at night during the same period as the main temple's autumn night viewing. Admission closes at 8:30 PM.

Dates

Nov 21 (Sat) – Nov 30 (Mon)

Hours

18:00 – 20:30

Venue

Jojuin, Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Nearest station

Kiyomizu-Gojo

Admission

Adults ¥600; elementary and junior high school students ¥300

About this event

Jojuin is a sub-temple of Kiyomizu-dera, and its garden is opened at night from November 21 to 30, during the main temple's autumn night viewing. Hours are 18:00 to 20:30, when admission closes. Adults ¥600, elementary and junior high ¥300.

Highlights

• A garden usually closed to visitors
• Same period as Kiyomizu-dera's night viewing

Good for

Visitors already going to Kiyomizu-dera at night.

Good to know before you go

• Admission closes at 20:30
• Separate fee from the main temple

Also nearby

Within walking distance, with dates overlapping

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Art exhibitionNew Year Special Exhibition: All About Sheep — Celebrating the Zodiac at Kyoto National Museum1.3 km · Dec 22 (Tue) – Feb 7 (Sun)

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FAQ

What is Kiyomizu-dera Jojuin Garden Special Viewing (Autumn Nights)?

Jojuin is a sub-temple of Kiyomizu-dera, and its garden is opened at night from November 21 to 30, during the main temple's autumn night viewing. Hours are 18:00 to 20:30, when admission closes. Adults ¥600, elementary and junior high ¥300.

When is Kiyomizu-dera Jojuin Garden Special Viewing (Autumn Nights)?

From Nov 21 (Sat) to Nov 30 (Mon), 2026.

What are the opening hours?

18:00 – 20:30

How much does it cost?

Adults ¥600; elementary and junior high school students ¥300

Where is it and what is the nearest station?

Jojuin, Kiyomizu-dera Temple. The nearest station is Kiyomizu-Gojo.

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