This is a no-brainer. One of the handiest and most obvious apps you can have for travelling in Japan is Google Maps. Not only ...

“I did not want sightseers to believe mistakenly that they understand Japan after going solely to Tokyo and Kyoto,” recalled ... She uses her fluency in English to figure out beforehand ...

This local takes you vintage shopping in Japan to uncover its rich fashion heritage, exploring stellar deals and the best ...

Success as an indie developer is tough. For every game that finds critical and commercial acclaim another ten projects ...

Often described as comics or graphic novels in the West, manga is more of a cultural pillar in Japan than just entertainment.

The staggered start to these investigations made the International Military Tribunal for the Far East, known colloquially as ...

The Japanese city is famous for its temples and gardens, but it is laced with waterways that can offer a different, and no less enchanting, view.

Kyoto Mayor Koji Matsui, center, and others promote the "Donate & Go" initiative to solicit donations from foreign tourists, at the city hall on Sept. 11, 2024. (Mainichi/Yoko Minami) KYOTO ...

KYOTO--A local landmark that is designated as a tangible cultural property and normally off-limits is now open to the public until the end of September. The structure in question is the Gion-kaku ...

If you're a fan of Kogei, also known as Japanese crafts, don't miss this upcoming exhibition by Kouad Kyoto – an online platform that aims to connect Japanese craftsmen with the rest of the world.

Cloudy with a high of 92 °F (33.3 °C) and a 34% chance of precipitation. Winds from SW to SSW at 9 to 11 mph (14.5 to 17.7 kph). Night - Cloudy. Winds variable at 10 to 17 mph (16.1 to 27.4 kph ...

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 ...