The "Hanezu Dance" is performed at Zuishin-in Temple in Yamashina Ward, Kyoto City. This is a local performing art associated with Ono no Komachi, one of the world's three most beautiful women. March 29, 2026
At the Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, creating a beautiful spectacle alongside the tulips. March 29, 2026
The weeping cherry trees in Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, are suddenly in full bloom. They are also illuminated at night, prompting comments like, "I'm so moved to see them in such bloom." March 28, 2026
A "Sake Festival" is being held in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, where visitors can sample premium sake from popular breweries, including some that are not available commercially. March 16, 2026
The "Torchlight Ceremony" is held at Saga Shakado Temple in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City. The flames blaze into the night sky, heralding the arrival of spring. March 16, 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
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