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Sai-mon Gate (Kiyomizudera Temple)

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Sai-mon Gate (Kiyomizudera Temple)

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1. Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda – Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera) loop from 烏丸

8.31km

02:15

120m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera) – Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda loop from Kiyomizu 3-chome

2.73km

00:46

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera) – Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda loop from 東山

9.18km

02:29

130m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Maik

November 2, 2019

From Sai-mon (West Gate) you have a spectacular view of the sunset. That is why it is considered a gateway to paradise and is a holy place.

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🅰️ndy

September 26, 2025

Here at the Sai-mon Gate, you can position yourself in a good spot in the evening, when the sun sets in the west and bathes the temple in a magical red.

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Horst

April 14, 2024

The walk to the pagoda is tough, too many people, and you can buy all kinds of souvenirs on the way. When you finally reach the top, you are rewarded with the temple, its buildings and an incredible view.

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Elevation 110 m

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Sai-mon Gate (Kiyomizudera Temple)

1. Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda – Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera) loop from 烏丸

2. Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera) – Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda loop from Kiyomizu 3-chome

3. Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera) – Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda loop from 東山

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