As far as Shinto shrines go (there are about 400 in Kyoto), this one is pretty special ... Recent visitors to Gion were in awe of its quaintness (though some travelers note that hordes of camera ...

As you enter the heart of Kyoto’s geisha culture, you hear laughter spilling from hidden tea houses. Welcome to Gion, a district that draws you in with its traditional wooden machiya merchant houses, ...

KYOTO--A geisha community here will put on its annual “Gion Odori” dance performance in November for the first time in three years. The Gion Higashi Kabukai association, based in one of Kyoto ...

We have 2 Stores in Kyoto!(Gion and Kyoto tower)* By wearing a kimono, you can fully immerse yourself in Japanese culture and landscapes, making your time in Japan even more amazing. We offer a wide ...

Kiyomizu-dera Temple (清水寺), a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of Kyoto’s most iconic destinations ... After exploring the Main Hall, continue along the path to visit other notable halls, including ...

KYOTO--The Gion entertainment district here toned down ... and other establishments. Ochaya usually do not accept new customers without an introduction by a regular. In Japanese, English and ...

Many visitors insist that Kiyomizu-dera Temple should be on every Kyoto traveler's to-do list. Kiyomizu-dera Temple opens at 6 a.m. every day of the year and closes between 6 and 6:30 p.m. daily ...

From cherry blossoms to vibrant festivals, there's always something to see and do in Japan. Learn the best time to visit so ...

Buses headed to popular tourist destinations often have long lines at bus stops. Especially at the highly trafficked Kyoto Station Bus Stop D (for Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Gion, Sanjusangendo, etc.), ...

Kyoto would not be complete without exploring the heart of Kyoto's gourmet world ... Will the tastings be able to accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions? We do our best to accommodate ...

My wife and I couldn't wait to get back to the hushed omakase restaurants of Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. But would our young ...