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Kyoto City Official Travel

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Kyoto City Official Travel

Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialExplore Kyoto’s Hidden Gems and Collect Colorful Stamps Discover the beauty of Kyoto’s hidden gem areas by following the two routes showcased in our recently released articles, each offering unique cultural experiences and…

September 25
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialStamp Rally From Kyoto to Lake Biwa: Tracing Stories of Water Across Six Sights Learn about the Lake Biwa Canal and the striped bitterling fish as you journey from Yamashina in Kyoto to Otsu in Shiga! From Kyoto to…

September 25
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficial4 Guidelines to Follow When Visiting Kyoto Kyoto City offers both visitors and residents not only numerous historic sites and exemplary hospitality, but also serene nature and ever-evolving culture. In order to…

September 18
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialNewest “Events in Kyoto” information (Sep 28–Oct 11, 2026) “Events in Kyoto” is a brochure published every two weeks by the Kyoto Tourist Information Center, introducing events currently held throughout the city. You can…

September 18
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialFinding Halal Food On the website of Muslim Friendly Kyoto, we wish all Muslim visitors and guests to enjoy their stay in Kyoto in peace and safety. With…

September 15
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialKyoto Gyoen National Garden Kyoto Gyoen National Garden is an expansive green space measuring approximately 700 meters east to west and 1,300 meters north to south. Managed by Japan’s…

September 10
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialAki no Odori – Autumn Dance Performances by Maiko and Geiko in 2026 A traditional Japanese dance performance called “Gion Odori” is held annually from November 1 to 10 at Gion Kaikan Theater. It features original scripts that…

September 10
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialJidai Matsuri Festival Procession 2026: Paid Viewing Seats Sales Information The Jidai Matsuri Festival is one of Kyoto’s “Three Great Festivals” and a major event held at Heian-jingu Shrine. It began in 1895 in order…

September 9
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialAutumn Dance Performances by Maiko and Geiko in 2026 Gion Odori is a traditional Japanese dance performance held annually from November 1 to 10 at Gion Kaikan. It features original scripts that incorporate songs…

September 9
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialThe Nijo-jo Castle English Guided Tour Learn about Kyoto from the experts with a guided tour into some of the city’s secrets! This time, follow an expat living in Kyoto as…

September 8
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialJidai Matsuri Festival (Oct 22) – Paid Viewing Seat Tickets are on Sale Now! One of Kyoto’s three greatest annual festivals—the Jidai Matsuri Festival will be held on October 22, 2026. This festival features a spectacular procession of 2,000…

September 8
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialMoon Viewing Events in 2026 Many temples and shrines in Japan host special events and performances around the mid-autumn when the moon is at its most beautiful. Its appearance this…

September 3
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialHow to Avoid Heatstroke While Traveling in Japan As summer is starting in Japan, both the temperature and humidity are on the rise. Though they might not yet be at their peak, it…

September 3
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialMonthly Data Report on Kyoto’s Tourism Market Trends (July 2026) Since April 2014, the Kyoto City Tourism Association (DMO KYOTO) has been compiling and publishing monthly reports analyzing Kyoto’s tourism market trends. These reports summarize…

August 31
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialOhara’s Specialties and Onsen “TOTTEOKI” Hidden Gems of Kyoto The “Hidden Gems of Kyoto” is a project that provides new sightseeing information about hidden attractions in local areas…

August 28
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialHow to Enjoy Kyoto in Summer: A Local’s Tips Visiting Kyoto in summer? Discover local tips for staying cool, from early-morning sightseeing and shaded walks to indoor activities and evening strolls.

August 28
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialMoon Viewing Events – “Kangetsu Kai” in 2026 In Japan, Chushu no Meigetsu or “the harvest moon of mid-autumn,” has traditionally been believed to be the most beautiful of the year. Many temples…

August 27
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialGetting Around Kyoto The key to sightseeing in Kyoto is to make good use of public transportation such as trains and buses.

August 26
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialCurrency Exchange & Taxes This page provides information on money exchange services in Kyoto and explains Japan’s tax rules and regulations.

August 25
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialKyoto Summer Special Openings 2026 The Kyoto Summer Special Openings is a program allowing visits to temples, shrines and other historical buildings of cultural importance in Kyoto City for a…

August 24
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialTourist Information Center At the tourist information centers in Kyoto, you can get pamphlets with maps and event information, as well as transit information.

August 20
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialGozan Okuribi Bonfires (Aug 16) Gozan Okuribi Bonfires is one of the largest religious events in Kyoto, held annually on August 16. Five mountains surrounding the city are lit up…

August 12
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialKyoto Named “No. 1 Best City in Asia” in Travel + Leisure Kyoto was selected as the “No. 1 Best City in Asia,” as well as the “No. 2 Best City in the World” in Travel +…

July 15
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Kyoto City Official TravelOfficialWhat is Tanabata? Tanabata is a Japan-wide festival held on July 7th, during which people write their wishes on colorful slips of paper and hang them on bamboo…

June 24