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Kiyomizu no Butai

Kyoto · Kyoto · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 清水の舞台

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WHAT TO DOKiyomizu no Butai

Kakezukuri, built without nails. It stands 13 metres high, and records show 234 people actually jumped from it in the Edo period.

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Kyoto City · Kyoto

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Overview

Kakezukuri, built without nails. It stands 13 metres high, and records show 234 people actually jumped from it in the Edo period.

Key facts

Founded：1633 Designation：National Treasure, World Cultural Heritage Site Blessings：Matchmaking

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