The Yoiyama period of the Gion Festival in Kyoto begins. Tourists enjoy the atmosphere of Yamahoko-cho, illuminated by Komagata lanterns. July 21, 2025
The "Town Light Stroll" event will light up the night scenery of Amanohashidate, a scenic spot in Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture. Night cruises and fireworks will also be held. July 21, 2025
The Mitarashi Festival brings a refreshing coolness to midsummer Kyoto. It begins at Shimogamo Shrine, a World Heritage Site in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. July 18, 2025
During construction work on the "Takayama" float for the Gion Festival in Kyoto, a part of the float broke and tilted. The float will be slightly lower during the later festival procession. July 18, 2025
A Yamahoko parade for the Gion Festival and the Sakimatsuri in the rain in the center of Kyoto City. The hanging items are made of vinyl, and many umbrellas are open, and cheers are heard from the sidelines. July 17, 2025
Ine Town, Kyoto Prefecture, creates tsunami evacuation manual for foreign tourists. Calls for early evacuation without luggage May 24, 2025
The latest trash cans have been unveiled in the Saga-Arashiyama area of Kyoto. What's behind their installation, the first in eight years? May 13, 2025
AI duty-free vending machine appears at Nijo Castle in Kyoto. "I was surprised at how much it sold for such a high-priced item" including a 220,000 yen pearl bracelet February 18, 2025
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