From historic villas to ceramic shops, here's how every art and design lover should make the most of 48 hours in Kyoto.

OSAKA--Kintetsu Railway Co. announced it will start operations of a new Aoniyoshi sightseeing limited express connecting Osaka, Nara and Kyoto that draws inspiration from imperial court life in ...

NARA--Countless tourists have fed the deer here ... more popular cities of Kyoto and Osaka. The hotel's restaurant offers dishes featuring locally produced ingredients while its rooftop terrace ...

This western Japan city has seen increasing numbers of inbound visitors strolling around tourist spots wearing kimonos and ...

Kyoto’s well-preserved historical architecture is what makes it such a rewarding city to visit. Take a stroll in any neighbourhood and you’re bound to pass by many Kyo-machiya or traditional ...

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 ...

I headed for Nara, Japan’s eighth-century capital, which is smaller, less visited and more atmospheric than Kyoto. Narrow ...

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Fall Afternoon Tea at Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto While Yokota’s job is sweet-centric, she frequently thinks about how to reimagine traditionally savory dishes and flavors. This mindset is especial ...

From the temples of Kyoto to the mountains in Hokkaido ... in Nikko usually runs from early October to early November. Nara Park is so extensive that you could spend an entire day trekking ...

Kyoto Mayor Koji Matsui, center, and others promote the "Donate & Go" initiative to solicit donations from foreign tourists, at the city hall on Sept. 11, 2024. (Mainichi/Yoko Minami) KYOTO ...