Kiyomizu-dera – The Classic Shot by wysiwig
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Kiyomizu-dera was founded in the early Heian period. The temple dates back to 798, and its present buildings were constructed in 1633, during a restoration ordered by the Tokugawa Iemitsu. Not one nail is used in the whole temple.
The large veranda of the main hall shown here is supported by tall pillars that jut out over the hillside. The popular expression "to jump off the stage at Kiyomizu" is the Japanese equivalent of the English expression "to take the plunge". This refers to an Edo period (1603-1868) tradition that held that, if one were to survive a 43 foot (13m) jump from the veranda, one's wish would be granted. Two hundred thirty-four jumps were recorded during this period and, of those, 85.4% survived. The practice is now prohibited.
Comments (15)
Faemike55
Very beautiful building! Shame that they prohibit the practice - better than bungee-jumping really Thanks
Tea_Rex
A beautiful structure portrayed to advantage in this finely composed image. Mushrooms might help one prepare for such a leap. ;-) I'll tell ya', though, if I don't get my wish granted after a 43 foot plunge .. I'm taking the beef up to management. I'm looking forward to your trip now. In catching up I will get to enjoy your trip in near to real time rather than having it doled it at one glimpse per day. ;-) With warmth, Terry
JuliSonne
Intelligent and graceful designed architectural style. Simply and beautifully. Marvelous admission from good perspective. class made.
durleybeachbum
What a beauty! Glad they stopped the leaping!
MrsLubner
I can't fathom jumping off this! I guess their wish was to have a peaceful life with others taking care of their every whim because the odds are if you survived you be in a near vegetative state anyway!!! LOL Really awesome shot. Oh, I will contact you with our meeting date soon but if you can't make it then and are in the area, we'll see if we can grab a cup of coffee together at least. :-)
mariogiannecchini
It does not seem a good idea to jump from that balcony! Survivors, but in what state? Gret wiev !
tennesseecowgirl
What an impressive place especially that no nails were used.. such amazing talents.. Curious to what is down below that they would jump into.. water? or just those trees... wow. sorry not for me, I never even got the whole bungy jumping thing I do not see anything in hanging upside down from a bridge but I guess each to there own.... its been fun catching up with your series..
hipps13
desperation comes to mind when one depends on a wish wonderful series I too am enjoying have a wonderful weekend warm hugs, Linda
delaorden_ojeda
what a fantastic place , looks wonderful , nice capture and composition , thaks for you kind comments !
sandra46
this trip to Japan is really fascinating! great image and info!
vaggabondd
No nails wow, I would love to see all the things you have seen my friend
jmb007
beau travail!
psyoshida
What an absolutely beautiful shot. A truly spectacular piece of architecture. It does remind me of my brother's Lincoln logs, the way they fit together. Great story to go with your stunning photo. I love it.
myrrhluz
I know I went to Kyoto, but I don't remember seeing this, the classic view. I think I would have remembered! This is beautiful! Wonderful capture! I do remember the no nails info. It seems a steep price. A rub of a genie's lamp will get you three wishes!
danapommet
Wonderful history, capture and workmanship. Dana