KYOTO -- Audiences were treated to a final rehearsal for the annual month-long "Miyako Odori" dance performance by geisha and ...

Slow travel is all about letting go of checklists and immersing yourself in the everyday moments that make a place truly ...

Explore top hotels in Kyoto like Six Senses and Banyan Tree to witness sakura season with scenic views and unbeatable cultural access.

The following is a satirical article for The DisreGuardian, a series of articles published annually for The Guardian’s April ...

KYOTO--The annual Gion Festival that started on July 1 in the ancient capital will not have its climactic processions of massive, decorative floats--the main highlight of the festival--for the ...

Tsujiri Matcha Strawberry Sandwich (248 yen) While there’s no indication of this in English on the package, diehard matcha fans will recognize the logo of Gion Tsujiri, a famous Japanese tea company ...

In response to the growing challenges of overtourism, InsideJapan Tours has introduced a new “under-tourism” initiative. The strategy is aimed at tackling overtourism by balancing visitor ...

“Thank You Very Much,” directed by Alex Braverman, uses archival footage and interviews to explore the appeal of a stand-up who didn’t tell jokes. By Alissa Wilkinson With her kind eyes and ...