Kyoto Prefecture tallied a record high 75.18 million sightseers in the prefecture in 2023, driven particularly by a notable increase in foreign visitors owing to the yen's depreciation.

KYOTO—As the ancient capital grapples with overtourism, Kyoto city officials will raise the accommodation tax to a maximum of 10,000 yen ($63) per person per night, according to sources.

Kyoto is divided east and west by the Kamo, which runs a shallow and relatively short 20 miles. It has been a central artery of Kyoto’s social life for centuries.

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is a one-of-a-kind stay in the iconic Japanese city. ... In 2023, the Kyoto Prefecture welcomed a record 75.18 million visitors, ...