Explore top things to do in Kyoto with ideas for first-time visitors, food lovers, and culture seekers — from famous ...

Situated on the hills of Otowa Mountain at the edges of the Higashiyama district in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple wows ...

Top destinations for inbound tourists are heavily concentrated in just seven of Japan's 47 prefectures, including Kyoto and ...

More than just an anagram for “Tokyo,” Kyoto has a life all of its own, and is an absolute must-see if you’re spending time in Japan. It’s not just another stop on a map; it’s a timeless place where ...

KYOTO, Japan >> Tofukuji Temple in Kyoto features a large Zen meditation space that spans about 200 square meters. On Sunday mornings, the sound of a priest using a stick to strike the shoulders of ...

Fall foliage at Saimyo-Ji Temple in Mount Takao on the northern fringes of Kyoto. Japan’s ancient cultural capital Kyoto may be best known for its temples and the mesmerizing displays of cherry ...

Until Japan’s capital was moved to Tokyo in 1869, the country’s emperors ruled from Kyoto’s Imperial Palace for 11 centuries.

A unique tea ceremony has been held on the back of a lavishly decorated truck known as "dekotora" in Kyoto City.

KYOTO—In a city famed for shrines, temples and ancient customs, a theme park is offering immersive night-time attractions, including gambling and torture chambers, to lure adult visitors.