This article accompanies the fable
Women in Trousers


Kiyomizu pagoda

Kiyomizu ("pure water" - named after its waterfall) is in the eastern hills of Kyoto. It is one of the settings for The Tale of Genji and it is one of the most beautiful spots in Japan. That also means coping with a lot of tourists.

The verandah in the picture above is famous for a saying in Japan - "A leap from Kiyomizu" - meaning jumping off this verandah, signifying a leap of faith.