Social Media Ideas for Kiyomizu-Dera Temple

How to get into this beautiful off-the-beaten-path Kyoto temple earlier than the general public

Getting up early and heading outside the regular tourist circuit could lead to an unforgettable experience this autumn. When looking at lists of sightseeing spots in Kyoto, there a...

Kyoto Autumn Jigsaw Puzzle

A woman at the Kurama-dera Temple in Kyoto, Japan.

Premium Wagyu Meets a Glass Teahouse at ZEN (Grand Opening Oct 15 Near Nishiki Market)

Just steps from Kyoto’s iconic Nishiki Market, ZEN Kyoto Wagyu Teppanyaki Steakhouse & Bar Lounge opens its doors on October 15, 2026. Far more than a high-end steakhouse, ZEN...

How Japan’s Shugakuin Imperial Villa Combines Architecture With Nature

Built into the slopes of northeastern Kyoto for emperor Go-Mizunoo in the 17th century, the historic retreat harnesses elevation, water, and surrounding scenery to create a garden...

HOTEL MASTAY Jingumichi: Stylish Stay Near Heian Shrine - Perfect for Catching the Jidai Matsuri Festival

Just steps away from Heian Shrine, one of Kyoto's most iconic landmarks, HOTEL MASTAY Jingumichi offers a relaxing stay in a modern Japanese-style apartment hotel. Inside, you'll f...

Kyoto Autumn Must-Visit: NAKED meets Nijo Castle 2026 Light Art Exhibition: Time Travel Through 400 Years of Royal Aesth...

If you're visiting Kyoto this autumn, viewing colorful fall foliage is only half the magic! The city's legendary nighttime light-up events are an absolute highlight you cannot miss...

Specialists tending to the centuries-old Katsura Imperial Villa strive to keep it looking unchanged

KYOTO, Japan >> Visitors to the Katsura Imperial Villa in Kyoto can find themselves guided by pebble-paved paths and stepping stones, enveloped by the charm of a well-maintai...

Kyoto temple bans visitors from wearing kimono

Visitors to 600-year-old temple prohibited from wearing traditional garment following problems caused by those prioritizing cool social media photos over basic manners. Seiraiin is...

Sightseeing Guide to Kishiwada (Osaka): Danjiri Festival, Kishiwada Castle, and Other Fun Things to Do

Every September, Kishiwada City in Osaka is a popular destination for its sensational Danjiri Matsuri. Over three days, it draws some 600,000 visitors. But there's more to Kishiwad...

Step Into a Living Dream at teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka

Lose yourself in a world where nature and art merge beneath the Osaka night sky. At teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka, plants and light come alive in ever-changing interactive display...

VIE presents ZEN NIGHT Kamakura Brings Immersive Sound Art to Kenchoji Temple

Sorry, this entry is only available in Japanese. For the sake of viewer convenience, the content is shown belo […]

Beautiful 785-step Japanese shrine sando stairway walk is one very good reason to visit Kagawa

A sweaty, but unforgettable, visit to Kompirasan. The streets called sando are a unique part of Japanese cityscapes. Sando are the paths that lead to shrines and temples, and becau...

Taiwan in Time: The once-bustling temple atop 1,200 steps

Autumn From the Water: Here's Where to Enjoy Kansai's Blazing Foliage by Boat

Daydreaming of slow-falling amber leaves at the height of a Japanese autumn? Chasing the postcard shot of a Kyoto temple framed in red? So is everyone else. Autumn here rivals cher...

Perfect Autumn Day Trip to Tsurumaki Onsen and Mt. Oyama: A Popular Route from Tokyo

There’s nothing quite like autumn in Japan: taking in the brilliant reds and golds of the season’s foliage, then relaxing in a soothing hot spring. While there are countless fam...

Oshino Hakkai Autumn Jigsaw Puzzle

Autumn at Oshino Hakkai village in Japan.