Food Gyukatsu and Art Unite at Expo 2025 Kim Bergström Apr 14, 2025 One of Japan’s most beloved beef cutlet brands is stepping into the global spotlight at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai. Gyukatsu Kyoto..
Culture Cherry Blossoms and Tuna Gourmet in Nachikatsuura Veronica Carnevale In addition to cherry blossoms, Nachikatsuura also offers a wealth of historic heritage, as well as rejuvenating hot springs a..
Activities Settsukyo Park Sakura Festival 2027 Late Mar - Mid Apr Renowned as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in the region, Settsukyo Park boasts approximately 3000 cherry trees, including..
Culture Modern Urban Life and Takehisa Yumeji 2026 Mar 28th - Jun 21st The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto is set to host a special exhibition titled Modern Urban Life and Takehisa Yumeji – Th..
Planning Kyoto Named One of the World's Friendliest Cities Kim Bergström Oct 9, 2025 Condé Nast Traveler has recently released its 2025 Readers' Choice Awards, and Kyoto has been named one of the world's..
Activities Kinoshita Group Japan Open 2026 Mid Oct Also known as the Japan Women's Open, the Kinoshita Group Japan Open brings together top-level athletes from around the world..
Culture Kyoto Bread Festival at Kamigamo Shrine 2026 Early Oct Every autumn, the grounds of Kyoto's World Heritage-listed Kamigamo Shrine are filled with the aroma of freshly baked bread..
Culture Awaji Island Iwaya Summer Festival 2026 Late Aug During summer, the Iwaya area of Awaji Island comes alive with color, sound, and celebration during the Awaji Island Iwaya Summer..