Most people do Nara as a day trip, but actually staying there and spending a few days--and nights--lets you explore the rich ...

From traditional tea ceremonies to viral TikToks, the rising popularity of matcha is driving a global shortage, leaving ...

The suspect was transferred to a hospital in Kyoto Prefecture on Nov. 14, 2019. “I was able to keep him alive, which should help make the truth about the incident come out,” Ueda said.

Daytime highs hit 39 degrees in Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture, 38.6 degrees in Date City, Fukushima Prefecture, and 38.5 degrees in Daigo Town, Ibaraki Prefecture.

This jail while small, is also the most complicated and can very easily get you lost. There are 10 pairs of portals in the dungeon with each pair leading to ...

Kyoto – Researchers mainly from Kyoto University have found that the impaired function of a specific gene contributes to the malignancy of pancreatic cancer, which is hard to treat with ...

Guide to the best hotels and things to do in Kyoto. Maps, travel tips and more.

The year 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Japanese author Yukio Mishima (1925-1970). Various exhibitions and events are being held in ...

View the latest weather forecasts, maps, news and alerts on Yahoo Weather. Find local weather forecasts for Kyoto-shi, Japan throughout the world ...

China’s top anti-spy agency has advised citizens travelling abroad to be wary of accepting souvenirs that could be used for surveillance. Items such as backpack charms, key rings, necklaces and ...

ANALYSIS: Pope Leo XIV’s expected appointment signals renewed emphasis on the ceremonial and symbolic role of the Holy Father’s household.

TOKYO -- A U.S. military Osprey transport aircraft made an emergency landing at an airport in northeast Japan's Iwate Prefecture on the morning of July 24.