Kyoto has long been feeling the strain of overtourism, which not only places a burden on tourist sites but local residents, ...

Six Senses Kyoto ushers in a new era of luxury travel in Japan, marking the brand's highly anticipated debut and its parent ...

Shinji Aoba withdraws death sentence appeal in Kyoto Animation Arson case. Tragic arson attack resulted in 36 deaths and ...

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A high court in western Japan says a man sentenced to death for setting fire to an animation studio six years ago, killing 36 ...

Japan -- The municipal government of Kyoto said Tuesday that it will raise hotel lodging taxes to as much as 10,000 yen ($63) per night, as the city looks to counter the effects of overtourism ...

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The city plans to implement the new taxes by spring 2026, according to Kyodo News. Kyoto introduced the tiered accommodation tax system in 2018, charging 200 yen (£1.04) for stays under 20,000 ...

She explains that in Japan—in Kyoto, especially—it is uncommon to show cleavage, and it is often seen as disrespectful (particularly at one of the city’s many temples). “Interestingly ...

The green and white Kyoto City Buses hit most of the city's major sites, but even better are the Raku Buses (routes 100, 101 and 102), operated by the Kyoto City Bus. Raku Buses, which leave from ...

Explore the historic city of Kyoto with this stunning drone footage, capturing the elegance of ancient temples, serene gardens, and the iconic Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari shrines. Experience the ...