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

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

Japan is experiencing record tourism this year, with many tourist attractions packed with crowds. Still, there's an easy way ...

KYOTO, Japan-- (BUSINESS WIRE)--Kyoto City is calling for donations from a wide range of people, including those living overseas and foreign tourists visiting Kyoto in the future.

It’s kaiseki that first brought Kyoto to Michelin’s attention in 2009, when the city was showered with 110 stars, eclipsing New York’s number. This year, it beat Paris’s number of Michelin ...

“Kyoto’s cultural ecosystem and the celebration, preservation and evolution of our city’s cultural traditions are vital to the spirit of ACK,” says Yukako Yamashita, the fair’s programme ...

The Kyoto city government does not support its craftspeople directly, but since the pandemic began, it has encouraged local businesses to buy local crafts by covering 90 percent of the costs, Mr ...

Right in front of Kyoto station, signs prohibiting smoking are clearly displayed As smoking is not allowed on all the streets of Kyoto city, these signages are on display all throughout the city.

Winters in Kyoto can be harsh, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy snow in Kyoto! Here, we will introduce some of Kyoto's best winter sightseeing spots, as recommended by Kyoto writers! From snowy ...

Visitors to Kyoto are greeted by the peculiar, needle-shaped, red-and-white Kyoto Tower, as well as the Kyoto Hotel Okura, a 16-floor granite building in the heart of the city that had to seek a ...

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.