KYOTO—A group of geisha and their “maiko” apprentices gathered at Yasakajinja shrine here on July 3 for a traditional ritual ...

KYOTO—On hot summer nights in the ancient capital, it’s possible to beat the heat with a mug of cold beer and a chat with ...

A great exchange rate, ChatGPT, and kimono-wearing bros have turned Kyoto into the loveliest tourist trap on earth.

Brits heading on holidays this summer are being warned to check the rules for taking photos in public spaces as some ...

Luxury travel specialists at eShores are warning tourists of the seemingly innocent photographs that can break local privacy ...

In this exclusive interview, Travel Weekly spoke to Inside Travel Group's managing director and destination specialist Tim ...

If you're arriving in Japan on an international flight with Japan Airlines (JAL), the carrier has an irresistible offer for you: continue beyond Tokyo free of charge.

In her transcultural collection for Expo 2025, Polish designer Joanna Hawrot reimagines the kimono as a radical expression of ...

As dusk falls, the allure of the Geisha District Night Tour beckons. Stroll through Gion, where the air carries the subtle notes of shamisen music, and the cobblestone lanes are lit by paper lanterns.

Overview * Witness an intimate performance by a real Maiko, an apprentice Geisha, a truly rare and special opportunity given there are only about 40 left in Kyoto and their numbers are declining * ...

Planning your first trip to Japan? These essential travel tips cover everything from etiquette to apps—what to know before ...

By Damian Flanagan Whenever I am in Britain, I generally attempt to steer clear of any conversation about Japan as this will ...