Top destinations for inbound tourists are heavily concentrated in just seven of Japan’s 47 prefectures, including Kyoto and ...

Until Japan’s capital was moved to Tokyo in 1869, the country’s emperors ruled from Kyoto’s Imperial Palace for 11 centuries.

KYOTO—Excitement filled the air at Imakumanokannonji temple in Kyoto’s Higashiyama Ward when four “maiko” (apprentice geisha) appeared on stage, wearing white makeup and sporting traditional ...

Japan's best-kept travel secrets aren't on the typical tourist trail. Discover why Kanazawa and Fukuoka are the alt-cities every smart traveler is adding to their Japan itinerary right now.

Gion is a historic Kyoto neighborhood known for its willow-lined streets, wooden ryokan (traditional inns), antique shops, kaiseki (Japanese haute cuisine) restaurants, and centuries-old tea houses.

Why Kyoto shines: As Japan’s cultural heart, Kyoto offers imperial history, UNESCO sites, and timeless traditions alongside modern comforts. When to go: Spring and autumn bring peak beauty but also ...

From Kyoto heritage stays to a converted prison in Nara, Japan’s newest hotels reflect a shift towards design, identity and experience-led travel. View on euronews ...

19:42, Tue, Apr 14, 2026 Updated: 20:06, Tue, Apr 14, 2026 BBC presenter Michael Portillo brought his new show, Great Japanese Railway Journeys, to a halt minutes into his debut show for a major ...

In the Kayotei ryokan in one corner of Yamanaka Onsen – a hot-springs resort in Ishikawa prefecture that has been a ...

The interactive worlds dreamed up by game designers in Kyoto and Tokyo are the core of Japan’s soft power.

From a 1,500-year-old festival to a world-class photography exhibition, get ready for an exciting month in Kyoto ...

The remarkable catalog of dates is one of the longest-running records of climate change. Its creator died, setting off a search for a successor. By Hiroko Tabuchi For more than 1,200 years, Japanese ...