"Yutate Kagura" at Jonangu Shrine in Kyoto. Steam rises from the snow-covered grounds, offering prayers for good health. January 20, 2026
"Toshiya" is held at Sanjusangendo Temple in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. 1,900 young people aged 20 and over compete in the event, wearing their best attire. January 18, 2026
Unseasonable yellow sand was observed in various parts of the Kinki region, including Osaka and Kyoto. January's yellow sand was the first in 27 years. January 16, 2026
Snowshoe hiking through the winter mountains of Oeyama. Participants are currently being recruited. January 14, 2026
The shopping district of Gion, a world-famous tourist destination in Kyoto, is cleaned every week. December 10, 2025
Kyoto Station to guide lost foreign tourists, the cause of congestion. "Key to easing congestion" soon to be completed October 1, 2025
Foreign tourists mistaken it for a trash can? A mountain of trash in an "offerings container" at a tourist spot in Kyoto City. Residents are "very disappointed." September 10, 2025
Google Maps announces the top 5 popular spots in Kyoto Prefecture based on word of mouth. Which one tops the list, beating out Kinkaku-ji Temple in third place? August 24, 2025
Ine Town, Kyoto Prefecture, creates tsunami evacuation manual for foreign tourists. Calls for early evacuation without luggage May 24, 2025