The former imperial capital is both the symbol of Japan's temples and geishas and of globalized overtourism. And yet, blocks ...

Japan surpassed 10 million visitors at the fastest pace ever this year, reaching that mark already in March, official data ...

Kyoto is renowned for its unique geisha culture, and no visit to this vibrant city is complete without a visit to a ...

Showing in Kyoto for the first time in over seven decades, Dior creative and image director of makeup Peter Philips shares ...

Researchers in Kyoto have created a new pandemic response system combining surveillance, rapid diagnostics, and global pathogen tracking.

Tickets to view the parade of large "yamahoko" floats from premium seats during this summer's Gion Festival will go on sale ...

TOKYO, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial Hotel, Ltd. is pleased to announce that Reiko Sakata has been appointed General Manager of the Imperial Hotel, Kyoto ... of the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo.

Travellers can visit the famous Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and also watch one of the biggest horse races in western Japan. When they’re feeling peckish, they can explore Fushimi’s eateries and taste ...

Announced on March 27, the latest Michelin Guide for Kyoto and Osaka is full of rising stars and a historic first. Overall, the two Kansai cities are now home to 27 two-starred restaurants ...

Masaki Kashiwara, professor emeritus at Kyoto University's Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences, on Wednesday became the first Japanese recipient of the Abel Prize, often referred to as the ...

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