Mimiko Takayasu, the chief of the local association, says they had to impose the ban to preserve Gion's traditional atmosphere. Locals, police, and city officials also handed out leaflets urging ...

KYOTO -- At the Gion shopping district and elsewhere in this west Japan city, solar-powered "smart" garbage boxes were installed on Feb. 14, capable of automatically compressing trash to reduce ...

each that provide an up-close view of the traditional Gion Festival’s massive float parade on July 17. The Kyoto City Tourism Association hopes to attract well-heeled visitors, mainly from ...

In this guide, I’ll share a handful of less-touristy activities that allow you to see a different side of Kyoto—one that goes ...

From the entertainment district of Gion to the small bars and diners of Pontocho Alley, there’s plenty to do in Kyoto. In partnership with Intrepid Travel, a knowledgeable local guide showed our ...