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

KYOTO--Monks at Chion-in temple in Higashiyama Ward here did a test run of its famed hanging bell on Dec. 27 to prepare for the traditional bell-ringing ceremony on New Year’s Eve. In the test ...

KYOTO--“Fusuma-e” sliding door paintings of clouds and dragons drawn by former Prime Minister Morihiro Hosokawa that he donated to Ryoanji temple here are now open to the public for limited ...

Every day, hundreds of people visit Ryoanji Temple to see its Zen rock garden – which is probably the most famous of its kind in Japan. Located in Kyoto's northern outskirts, the temple was ...

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Tell us more at [email protected]. Kyoto Ramen Hachicken opened its first outlet in Singapore at Chinatown Point in December 2024. Photo by Charlize Kon. It is the sister brand of Hachiki-an ...

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Tourism, climate goals, and animal rights concerns are sparking a plant-based renaissance in a country famous for sushi and ...

Hayakawa echoes this suggestion, pointing out that many of Kyoto’s historical sites require extensive walking to explore. “Wear comfortable shoes when visiting temples and shrines since there ...

Japan, a country of rich tradition and cutting-edge modernity, is home to some of the most populous cities in the world. From the industrious metropolis of Tokyo to the cultural heritage of Kyoto, the ...