“I’d recommend avoiding low-cut tops,” says Sara. She explains that in Japan—in Kyoto, especially—it is uncommon to show cleavage, and it is often seen as disrespectful (particularly at ...

The weak yen has bolstered the appeal of the ‘bucket list’ destination despite overcrowding complaints in hotspots like Kyoto ...

The country logged more than 36.8 million tourist arrivals in 2024, topping 2019’s record of nearly 32 million, according to ...

Kyoto, Japan — Authorities in Kyoto announced Tuesday plans for a big hike in hotel lodging taxes, as Japan’s picture-perfect ancient capital seeks to assuage grumbles from locals about too ...

Craft your Japan itinerary with our comprehensive comparison between the bustling energy of Tokyo vs the timeless charm of ...

Lured by its myriad sights and a weak yen, Japan has seen foreign tourism numbers ... particularly in tradition-steeped Kyoto. The city, which is a modest bullet train ride away from Tokyo ...