The new levies will take effect in 2026, subject to approval from the city assembly. Read more at straitstimes.com.

KYOTO, Japan -- The municipal government of Kyoto said Tuesday that it will raise hotel lodging taxes to as much as 10,000 yen ($63) per night, as the city looks to counter the effects of ...

Designed by renowned Japanese architect, Kengo Kuma, the Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto Hotel is thoughtfully designed as a sanctuary situated at the boundary between the historic city and the bamboo ...

KYOTO: Authorities in Kyoto announced on Tuesday (Jan 14) plans for a big hike in hotel lodging taxes, as Japan's picture-perfect ancient capital seeks to assuage grumbles from locals about too ...

Kyoto, Japan — Authorities in Kyoto announced Tuesday plans for a big hike in hotel lodging taxes, as Japan’s picture-perfect ancient capital seeks to assuage grumbles from locals about too ...

Kyoto authorities announced Tuesday plans to hike lodging taxes, as Japan's ancient capital seeks to assuage grumbles from ...

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.

There is even a truly stunning Noh stage, the only one of its kind at a hotel in Kyoto, and a small bamboo garden free of crowds unlike the famous Arashiyama forest. And don’t forget the hotel ...

Whether you’re staying at Hotel the Mitsui or not ... “The menu showcases a harmonious blend of Kyoto-sourced ingredients and French cuisine, with fond—a rich, flavorful soup stock crafted ...