Kyoto's traditional dance performances, including the geiko dances of Miyako Odori and the dynamic Yosakoi Festival, offer a ...

Perched on a wooded hillside in southern Kyoto, Fushimi Inari is a 1,300-year ... Recent visitors to Gion were in awe of its quaintness (though some travelers note that hordes of camera-wielding ...

Geishas are one of Japan’s most enduring symbols, celebrated for their artistry, poise, and unique contribution to Japanese ...

December is a very magical time for solitary travellers when the whole world seems to sparkle under the winter lights and some warmth underneath the sun rays of the tropics. Whatever holiday vibes you ...

KIZUGAWA, Kyoto Prefecture--It may not be as well-known as Kyoto but Kizugawa is also home to loads of historical temples and sites, including six national treasures and 46 important cultural ...

KYOTO--Alarmed at decreasing opportunities to wear kimono in modern Japan, dyers specializing in Kyoto-style "yuzen" techniques are turning their attention to a market steeped in traditional dress ...

Kyoto would not be complete without exploring the heart of Kyoto's gourmet world: Nishiki Market. In this 3-hour Kyoto Food Tour we'll explore the market and learn about traditional Japanese food, or ...

Historic sites and artworks are all very well, but such static objects are robbed of social and cultural life. Here are 15 ...

Discover the rich culinary traditions and cultural experiences of Japan’s Kansai region. From Osaka’s Michelin-starred dining ...