Residents of a science city close to Kyoto that is known for its many cultural and research facilities are up in arms over a ...

Minami-ku is one of the most budget-friendly areas in Kyoto, ideal for students looking to minimise living expenses. It is ...

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The mikoshi procession is the sacred heart of Gion Matsuri, enacting the movement of divine spirits into the city to bless and protect it. While lesser known to tourists, for locals and worshippers, ...

Some 150 people including bereaved relatives and employees attended the ceremony at the former site of the studio, offering ...

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Ornately decorated floats have paraded through the streets of Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto in the annual Gion Festival.

OSAKA -- Hotland Holdings is refurbishing machiya townhouses in Kyoto, turning them into restaurants as it looks to draw ...

Kyoto Animation Co. held a memorial on Friday to honor the 36 victims of the 2019 arson attack, with families renewing the ...

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The Catalonian Regional Government representative for Japan, Mònica Castellà, was also present for the event that took place ...

The craftsmanship of the Yamaboko floats is simply awe-inspiring. Towering as high as 25 meters, these elaborate structures ...