at the top of every must-visit list when in Kyoto: the shimmering Golden Pavilion, Kinkakuji temple. That’s actually a nickname. The Zen temple’s official name is Rokuonji, which literally ...

As Japan’s capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto is the heart of traditional ... One of the most famous is Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, a stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf that ...

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 ... a visit to the Golden Pavilion since ...

From the iconic Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) to the serene Kiyomizu ... and markets where you can savor the flavors of Japan. Kyoto’s entertainment options are equally captivating.

Kyoto, Japan is a captivating city steeped in tradition ... After spending some time in Arashiyama, head to Kinkaku-ji. Also ...

KYOTO—A railway operator is ferrying tourists through a tunnel of illuminated golden maple leaves in a seasonal nighttime experience. About 280 maple trees line the track on an approximately 250 ...

I stayed at Hotel the Mitsui in Kyoto, Japan, and I'm sharing my experience here with tips on what to do, where to eat, and ...

I cover travel with a focus on safety and sustainability. Kyoto, Japan, was overrun by tourists a few years ago. Gift shops selling cheap souvenirs had taken over the popular Shinkyogoku shopping ...