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Over 5 million people visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple every year. During the illumination period, many tourists visit to enjoy the beautifully lit Kiyomizu stage and cherry blossoms. For those who want to go but are worried about the crowds, Kyoto Brighton Hotel will be holding a special private tour.
Book a special spring night visit plan for Kiyomizu-dera Temple
The stage of Kiyomizu rises up against the pitch black sky. The nighttime viewing is usually crowded with people who want to catch a glimpse of this magnificent view, but with the Kyoto Brighton Hotel tour, you can have it all to yourself. You can enjoy the spectacular view, take commemorative photos, and spend your time at your own pace without worrying about time or people.
On busy days, the illuminations are said to attract more than 10,000 people in one night. You have to queue just to get in. With a private tour guided by Kyoto Brighton Hotel, you won't have to worry about that stress. The illuminations will be held for just 50 people.
When you arrive at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, you will first enter a special room that is usually not accessible. There, a famous monk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple will talk about Kannon and Kiyomizu-dera Temple in an easy-to-understand manner. An interpreter will be provided, so please feel free to participate.
Before departing for Kiyomizu-dera Temple, enjoy dinner at one of the hotel's restaurants. Choose from three unique restaurants: an authentic Kyoto-style kaiseki restaurant, a Western restaurant with a wide selection of buffets and main dishes, or a Chinese restaurant with Kyoto-style flavors.
The rooms are 38 to 42 square meters, so there is plenty of room even if you open your large suitcase. For breakfast, you can choose between a Kyoto-style Japanese set meal or a Western-style buffet. We also recommend taking a walk in Kyoto Gyoen before or after check-in or after breakfast. You can spend an elegant time that is unique to your travel destination.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto. This tour, which allows you to enjoy the spectacular night view at your leisure without waiting or crowds, is produced by Kyoto Brighton Hotel. The spring 2025 tour will be held on Friday, April 4th.
Make a reservation through the Kyoto Brighton Hotel official website
Kyoto Brighton Hotel is located in an area with excellent access to many World Heritage sites, such as Nijo Castle and Ginkaku-ji Silver Pavilion. There are many shops nearby selling Japanese ingredients, where you can enjoy buying soy sauce, miso, etc. It is about 5min walk to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, recommended for morning walks and running courses. In addition, the concierge knows well about Kyoto, where you can feel free to ask about sightseeing, restaurants, traditional crafts, etc. During cherry blossoms and autumn foliage seasons, there are special tours available for private viewing. The average size of guest rooms is 42 square meters, spacious enough to accommodate large suitcases, and equipped with comfortable sofas. There are a variety of restaurants in the hotel, including western food, teppanyaki (wagyu), traditional Japanese, Chinese, and a bar lounge. This is a hotel where you can arrange everything about Kyoto, including gourmet food and Kyoto-like experiences.
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