The operator of the Imperial Hotel chain announced it will open a luxury hotel under the same name in Kyoto in spring 2026 by renovating a historic landmark in the ancient city's Gion traditional ...

CityBeautiful Kyoto’s Geography Explained: Temples, History, and Imperial Legacy Posted: December 16, 2024 | Last updated: December 16, 2024 Why did Kyoto’s founders choose this specific ...

The Imperial family lived in the ancient capital of Kyoto from the 8th century to 1868 when the capital was moved to Tokyo. The Kyoto Imperial Palace is where era names were chosen by court ...

The excavation of ruins of the last castle built by the warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi is being hailed as the greatest discovery in Japan of this century. While there have been references in the ...

Kyoto, the former imperial capital, is a serene city known for its ancient temples, traditional tea houses, and picturesque gardens. Together, these cities offer a comprehensive glimpse into Japan ...

Tatami, cushions and futon--collectively referred to as Shikimono--evolved in the imperial palace ... long ingrained in Kyoto, is regaining attention with emphasis on sustainability.

Princess Hisako of Takamado attended on January 20 the opening of Tokyo National Museum’s special exhibition commemorating ...