The "Yoshiwara no Mantoro" (Ten Thousand Lanterns) fire festival, a tradition spanning 460 years, takes place in northern Kyoto Prefecture. August 17, 2026
"Another 'Daimonji'" emerges in Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture—a tribute to the departed. August 17, 2026
"Gozan no Okuribi" (Five Mountain Bonfires) held in Kyoto; citizens honor the deceased. August 16, 2026
Surging demand for Kyoto matcha drives tea leaf trading value to a record high; average prices also soar. August 16, 2026
A "Giant Serpent Extermination" ritual in Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture, with a 460-year history—entrusting wishes to a massive, 16-meter-long torch. August 14, 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