Golden ears of rice, the raw material for beer, sway in the wind. Harvesting is at its peak in central Kyoto Prefecture. June 1, 2026
The Aoi Festival concludes with a sencha tea offering ceremony at the World Heritage site Shimogamo Shrine. Each drop of tea is carefully prepared and offered to the deities of the east and west. May 31, 2026
Former world boxing champion Koki Kameda tried his hand at rice planting in Kyoto. "It's a rare experience. I'm happy." May 31, 2026
A specialty shop for "temari sushi" is set to open in Shijo Horikawa, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City. May 31, 2026
High school students in Kyoto have developed "sake lees ice cream." Priced at 300 yen per serving, it's becoming their signature product, combining the sweetness of milk with the aroma of sake. May 29, 2026
The Miyamoto-gumi, a parishioner organization of Yasaka Shrine that leads the portable shrine procession at the Gion Festival, is recruiting new members. May 26, 2026
What's new on the popular "Bamboo Path" walking trail in Mukō City, Kyoto Prefecture? It's designed to make it safer for foreign tourists and enhance its appeal. April 23, 2026
Kyoto City Bus to introduce "Citizen Priority Pricing." How can we distinguish between "citizens" and "non-citizens"? February 19, 2026
"I really want to go to northern Kyoto Prefecture on normal tires during the heavy snowfall." Roadside stations struggle to accommodate tourists, warning them of danger... February 4, 2026
