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Ohara: The Quiet Kyoto Getaway Where Streams, Temples, and Forest Views Meet

During summer months in Kyoto, the central districts of Shijo and Sanjo twinkle with the lights of elevated kawayuka platforms, where diners sit by the Kamo River. The riverside he...

“Kyōto YouMe Triennale MANIFESTO Edition” to be held in Kyoto

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炎暑の古都、華やか11基清らかに　京都・祇園祭　後祭の山鉾巡行

Through the Lens: Kyoto heat fires up Gion Festival crowds

From YBA to YJA Brings Japan’s Emerging Artists to Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art

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お盆の「京都五山送り火」　鎮魂の祈り込め、あの世への夜道照らす

7 Reasons to Study Abroad in Kyoto, Japan 

Cradled by rolling hills and threaded with narrow lanes where wooden temples have stood for a thousand years, Kyoto is a city where beauty and history are never far apart. Home to…...

The 2nd Kyoto Station Building Art Festival Geijutsu no Eki 2026 GNE

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The Best Things to Do in Kyoto: Our Favorite Temples and Hidden Gems

Kyoto felt like stepping into another world, where centuries-old traditions blend seamlessly with everyday life. During our stay in a beautifully restored Machiya, a traditional Ja...

Top 3 Bus Tours to Arashiyama & Kinkaku-ji (Amanohashidate Included) [2026]

Compare three bus tours from Osaka and Kyoto to Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Amanohashidate at a glance: prices, itineraries, and real reviews all in one place. Discover the surest...

Kyoto vs. Tokyo for Study Abroad: Which Japanese City Is Right for You?

When it comes to studying abroad in Japan, two cities tend to rise to the top of students’ wish lists: Kyoto and Tokyo. Both offer incredible opportunities to experience Japanese…...

8 Best Machiyas in Kyoto: Experience Traditional Japanese Living During Your Stay

Machiyas are traditional wooden townhouses once favored by Kyoto’s merchants and craftspeople until just before WWII. Today, these beautifully preserved homes offer travelers a cha...

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...

Kyoto recap, bamboo forest, and monkey park

Sharing the last of my Japan posts! We had the most magical time in Kyoto and I’m excited to share the details with you if you’re considering adding this to your travel list! More...

WATER PLAY & SPLASH PARKS FOR KIDS IN KYOTO

Kyoto in the summer months can be hard going if you are travelling with kids. See here if you are interested in renting a bike in Kyoto – it can be a great way to… The post WATER P...

“Kyoto Modern Architecture Festival 2026” to be held

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(Summer Exclusive) Kyoto's Kamogawa & Osaka's Kitahama Terraces: 5 Budget-Friendly "Kawadoko" Cafes & Restaurant...

When you think of summer in Japan, fireworks, yukatas, and lively festivals probably come to mind. But in the Kansai region, there is another beloved seasonal tradition: kawadoko,...

This Japanese-Style Starbucks Is the Dreamiest Place to Take a Break in Kyoto (Maruyama Park Kiku-no-Kei Store)

Looking for a scenic place to rest during a day of sightseeing in Kyoto? Located in Maruyama Park, just behind Yasaka Shrine, the Starbucks Coffee Kyoto Maruyama Park Kiku-no-Kei s...

Historic Kyoto Landmark Transformed Into Luxury Imperial Hotel

The Imperial Hotel, Kyoto has reached a significant historic preservation milestone for the former Yasaka Kaikan, a beloved 1936 architectural landmark located in the famous Gion d...

Dance with demons in Kyoto at this Edo-period Japanese Halloween festival

Turning a samurai film set into a monster dance party with J-pop choreography. Many tourists to the ancient Japanese capital of Kyoto are familiar with its shrines and temples, but...

Authentic food tour: Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka Food Tour

Japanese cuisine is deeply rooted in regional geography, history, and seasonal availability. While international perception often reduces the country’s culinary output to a few wel...

KYOTO WITH KIDS

Kyoto with kids advice from the Number 1 site on exploring Japan with kids! I have been sending my Kyoto with Kids suggestions to family and friends so, instead of typing it up aga...

京都の旅は「建築推し」で　安藤忠雄作品を活用した拠点が9月開業へ

Biwako Valley Day Trip from Kyoto: Cool Mountain Air and Incredible Lake Views Just 40 Minutes Away

When you're in Kansai, sure, you can shop till you drop and hop between shrines in the city, but if you want to squeeze a jaw-dropping natural view into your Kyoto day trip itinera...