Join me for my first impressions of Kyoto, Japan—a city where ancient temples, peaceful gardens, and hidden alleyways blend seamlessly with modern life. In this video, I explore the sights ...

Traveling to Kyoto is high on the wishlist for most tourists who come to Japan. The city is home to countless shrines, golden temples, and walls of bamboo forest and hidden gems amidst the canals.

The number of people visiting Japan hit record levels in 2024, but top ‘Golden Route’ destinations such as Kyoto and Osaka are suffering from overcrowding. If current trends are unsustainable ...

Japanese spas are in a league of their own. In the Kansai Trio (Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka), there are plenty, but these are the high-end standounts.

Kyoto, one of Japan's ancient capitals, is visited by millions of tourists from all over the world. 03:04. While touring its popular spots, you will encounter waterways that enhance the cityscape.

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Each spring in Kyoto, more than 500 people in traditional dress process through ...

Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan, is where ancient traditions take centre stage. Noted for its centuries-old temples, alluring geisha district, and time-honoured crafts, this city quietly pulses ...

In Kyoto, my pace slowed dramatically — and I appreciated both. As a solo traveler, one of the things I appreciated most about this trip was how safe and welcoming Japan felt.

The hip Ace Hotel Kyoto is located in the centre of the historic city and is perfect for a ... Address: 245-2 Kurumayacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto 604-8185, Japan. Phone: +81 75-229-9000. Website ...

Nara and Kyoto provide windows into Japan’s traditions, while Osaka is cut from Tokyo’s commercially modern cloth. And in terms of your best spa-centric hotel stays, each is a parallel to its ...