In this guide, I’ll share a handful of less-touristy activities that allow you to see a different side of Kyoto—one that goes ...

With serene temples, shrines, and beautiful streets lined with historic wooden buildings, visiting Kyoto with kids promises ...

If you have extra time, Fushimi Inari Shrine is worthwhile. As far as Shinto shrines go (there are about 400 in Kyoto), this one is pretty special. Perched on a wooded hillside in southern Kyoto ...

Massive crowds of tourists have been filmed lining Kyoto’s historic Sannenzaka street, with the viral video sparking concern that the popular Japanese destination is struggling to cope with the ...

KYOTO--Sushi restaurants that have flourished overseas are opening branches in Japan’s ancient capital here in rapid succession, to lure in the growing number of hungry inbound tourists.

Rather than restricting them by limiting on-arrival visas or banning them from certain attractions, Kyoto is gently reminding visitors of how to act when they're on vacation. And rather than ...

Buses are your best bet for getting to and from Kyoto's top attractions. They feature electronic signs and announcements in English, and many leave directly from Kyoto Station's Karasuma stop.

Kyoto city won it in 2020 and 2021 ... They can also explain their attractions for travelers all over the globe on a dedicated page on the group’s website. Listed regions draw considerable ...