Kiyomizu-dera at dawn, my goodness!

Ok, I know this is applicable to 99% of tourist spots but I meandered my way up here this morning (arriving around 5:30am) and I was stunned by the beauty. It was so calm, maybe a dozen tourists in the main area, but quickly arrived in many empty areas. From the temple I made my way through Ninzenka and worked through the pathways into Maruyama Park.

Highly recommend getting up early and doing the temple portion, then come back when the shops open and do the rest. Incredible!