Otagi Nenbutsuji was damaged so severely in a 1950 typhoon that it was called the “most desolate temple in Kyoto ... flooded with people from across Japan eager to devote their works.

Situated on Otowa Mountain in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple wows travelers with its stunning natural scenery, which visitors say is best viewed from the verandah off the temple's main building.

Mount Koya's tranquil trails lead to hidden temples, inviting you to hike through history and find peace in the stillness.

The traditional kokeshi doll is an unmistakable symbol of Japanese culture. But it's usually not as big as the one lying ...

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 Kyoto's northern outskirts, the temple was ...

The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove also known as the Sagano Bamboo Forest is a natural moso bamboo forest in Kyoto that has various pathways for tourists and it is ...

Indeed, it may be hard to believe it, but Kyoto truly does come alive when the sun goes down. Sure, you’re not going to find ...