Discover ten unmissable day trips from Kyoto, from Nara’s deer-filled parks to Himeji Castle’s grandeur. Unwind at Arashiyama ...

Some analysts say the higher accommodation tax may lead to tourists staying in nearby cities and making day trips to Kyoto ...

Travellers are spoilt for choice in Japan — whether a first-timer to the country or a repeat visitor, try these alternative ...

Discover hidden corners, local treats, and genuine culture in Kyoto. Experience our 8 must-do activities beyond the temples ...

Kyoto City Buses and Raku Buses cost 230 yen (about $2.35) per trip, but you can purchase a one-day bus pass for 600 yen (about $5.50) if you plan on riding a lot (kids younger than 12-ride for ...

Kyoto is a melting pot of ancient history and modern creative culture. Make the most of your visit with this insider-approved ...

(However, pinpointing the exact dates of the cherry blooms is a gamble; the notoriously temperamental cherry trees can begin flowering on any given day from ... summertime trip to Kyoto can ...

Visitors who stay the night end up paying or dinner and accommodations in Kyoto, so they spend three to five times more than the people who only make a day trip. However, only a quarter of ...

KYOTO—As the ancient capital grapples with overtourism, Kyoto city officials will raise the accommodation tax to a maximum of ...

Kyoto is a true embodiment of Old Japan awash with beautiful vestiges of its past glory. Beyond the futuristic Kyoto Station, modern shopping complexes, and sleek luxury hotels, lies a city with ...

Residents in Kyoto have complained of disrespectful tourists harassing the geisha like paparazzi in their frenzy for photos, ...

and still make day trips to Kyoto. “There are clearly two sides to the argument,” said Masaru Takayama, president of Kyoto-based Spirit of Japan Travel. “Yes, overtourism is a problem in ...