The film follows a young traveler exploring Kyoto, Japan, during a summer vacation. He experiences the city's rich history, visiting temples, shrines, and parks, while learning about Japanese culture.

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 ...

The best way to get around Kyoto is by bus and on foot. The abundance of English-language signs and announcements make Kyoto's bus systems easy for visitors to navigate. But all those bus fares ...

Japan is in the middle of an unprecedentedly huge inbound international travel boom, with the country’s major tourism ...

Unlock the highlights of Japan with our 10-day itinerary. Experience a mix of tradition and modernity across the country.

Home to centuries’ worth of history, Japan saw a spike in tourism after it lifted pandemic travel restrictions in 2023. My wife and I had a chance to visit Kyoto last fall as part of a six-week ...

As winter fades, the world eagerly anticipates one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles: cherry blossom season. This year ...

Japan. Arriving there felt like entering another ... A discreet little ryokan, which is a traditional Japanese hotel, just outside Kyoto. I feel torn saying exactly where it is because I know ...

Consider this your ultimate guide to exploring one of Japan’s most accessible off-the-beaten-path experiences—with a luxurious twist, of course.