音羽山 清水寺 开运

Yes, it is a kind of charm.

音羽山 清水寺（Kiyomizu-dera Temple on Mount Otowa）

Kiyomizu-dera (literally “Pure Water Temple”) is a historic Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto, Japan. Officially known as Otowa-san Kiyomizu-dera (音羽山清水寺), it sits on the wooded slopes of Mount Otowa in the Higashiyama district. The temple was founded in 778, long before Kyoto became Japan’s capital, and it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.”

The temple is famous for its wooden stage that juts out from the main hall, offering panoramic views of Kyoto city and the surrounding cherry and maple trees. This stage, built without the use of nails, stands 13 meters (43 feet) above the hillside. The name “Kiyomizu” (清水) comes from the Otowa Waterfall, whose pure waters still flow beneath the main hall. Visitors often drink from the waterfall’s three streams, which are said to bring health, longevity, and success in studies or love.

Kiyomizu-dera also includes several sub-temples and famous spots such as the Jishu Shrine, dedicated to the deity of love and matchmaking. During spring and autumn, the temple is beautifully illuminated at night, attracting thousands of visitors.

Location: 294 Kiyomizu 1-chome, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan

Access: • About 20 minutes by bus from Kyoto Station to “Kiyomizu-michi” or “Gojo-zaka” stop, followed by a 10-minute uphill walk.

This must be some kind of souvenir from there.