Why did Kyoto’s founders choose this specific location? From natural defenses provided by surrounding hills to the strategic ...

In the heart of Kyoto’s Gion district, where the glow of soft lanterns meets centuries of tradition, a significant new chapter in Japanese hospitality is about to begin. The Imperial Hotel Co ., Ltd.

Surrounded by mountains and rivers, Kyoto’s geography helped it become Japan’s imperial capital for over a thousand years. Its temples, shrines, and streets still carry the mark of its natural setting ...