The best way to get around Kyoto is by bus and on foot. The abundance of English-language signs and announcements make Kyoto's bus systems easy for visitors to navigate. But all those bus fares ...

The mikoshi procession is the sacred heart of Gion Matsuri, enacting the movement of divine spirits into the city to bless ...

Kyoto City is calling for donations from a wide range of people, including those living overseas and foreign tourists visiting Kyoto in the future. Ac ...

A great exchange rate, ChatGPT, and kimono-wearing bros have turned Kyoto into the loveliest tourist trap on earth.

Explore the historic city of Kyoto with this stunning drone footage, capturing the elegance of ancient temples, serene ...

Where to eat in Kyoto, the former Japanese capital mixing tradition and innovation For centuries, the former capital has preserved Japan’s gastronomic legacies. Shops still pound tofu each ...

A photographer and set designer revitalized a pre-1950s machiya to connect travelers with local artistry, including photo ...

The best hotels in Kyoto embrace the city's many esteemed traditions while infusing contemporary style and comfort. Here's where to stay in 2024.

It is autumn leaf season in Kyoto, when the vibrant foliage turns the already picturesque Japanese city into a startling masterpiece. As with the arrival of cherry blossoms in the spring, this ...

Explore Kyoto cuisine with these 7 must-try dishes. Learn how each dish reflects Kyoto’s culture, seasonality, and culinary ...

Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan, is where ancient traditions take centre stage. Noted for its centuries-old temples, alluring geisha district, and time-honoured crafts, this city quietly pulses ...

Overtourism is a problem on the rise throughout an increasingly popular Japan, and nowhere more than Kyoto. How should Japan’s ancient capital and other crowded destinations tackle the problem ...