KYOTO—In a city famed for shrines, temples and ancient customs, a theme park is offering immersive night-time attractions, ...

Arashiyama, Kyoto, is known for its Bamboo Grove, the World Heritage temple Tenryu-ji, Togetsukyo Bridge, and Arashiyama Monkey Park. Within Kyoto, Arashiyama, where natural scenery and culture blend ...

KYOTO--An unprecedented 150 or so modernist buildings, including many at risk of being demolished, will be showcased at the ...

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Fall foliage at Saimyo-Ji Temple in Mount Takao on the northern fringes of Kyoto. Japan’s ancient cultural capital Kyoto may be best known for its temples and the mesmerizing displays of cherry ...

As Japan continues to be a popular destination for travelers, Kyoto's appeal grows as well: In 2023, the Kyoto Prefecture welcomed a record 75.18 million visitors, surpassing its pre-pandemic 2019 ...

"Geisha are aware they're special and subject to (tourist) interest so it is part of their lives," says local guide Hair accessories and kimono belts offer clues when distinguishing geisha from ...

Nostalgia features strongly in the DNA of kissatens, most of which feature retro designs For centuries Kyoto has been a tea town, its dominance reaching an apex in the austere and highly ritualized ...

At the eastern edge of Kyoto city, a chopstick slides along the sides of a half-moon pot, freeing a crescent of delicately formed skin. In a deft motion, Junsei’s kitchen manager swoops the chopstick ...