Small wonder this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most visited destinations in Kyoto, the historic (and eighth most populous) city in Japan. Kyoto is so mobbed during high season ...

The only times it will get loud are when you head to some of the major tourist destinations, especially Nishiki Market (a ...

A solo trip to Kyoto is about more than just sightseeing—it’s about slowing down, reconnecting with yourself, and embracing ...

Two seasoned trip planners on how to best tour the Golden Route through five cities, including Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.

The green and white Kyoto City Buses hit most of the city's major sites, but even better are the Raku Buses (routes 100, 101 and 102), operated by the Kyoto City Bus. Raku Buses, which leave from ...

If you want to be near the cultural center of Kyoto, you’ll find several options that are all within a short stroll from UNESCO World Heritage sites like Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yasaka Shrine ...

It’s an invaluable opportunity to connect with the community and a fantastic way to dive into Kyoto beyond the usual tourist attractions. After a full day of exploring Kyoto and inevitably clocking 20 ...

KYOTO—Sixteen shrines and temples here are now granting access to their private statues and architecture for a spring ...

The Kyoto municipal government conducts an annual study to track ... it also means forgoing visiting the sites of greatest Japanese historical and cultural significance. It remains to be seen how long ...

Dozens of Japanese geiko performers and their maiko apprentices conduct a final rehearsal of the annual Miyako Odori event, a stage-top dance celebrating famous Kyoto sites. Performances take ...