Its compact size, flat terrain, grid-like streets and scenic paths make Kyoto among the most walkable cities in Japan — and one that’s best discovered on foot.

Cool off at these Nordic beach escapes, where wild swims meet MICHELIN Guide-level dining and design-led stays.

Kyoto’s an exciting place for food and culture in itself, but it’s also a great base for exploring other parts of Western Japan.

Even the most traditional Kyoto ryokan makes some modern concessions. Ask yourself: just how much authenticity are you after?

In Gion, Kyoto’s historic geisha district, kaiseki masters, tempura artisans, and MICHELIN-starred chefs serve up tradition with a modern edge.

Two-Star chef Shinya Takamasu of Kodaiji Jugyuan shares his favorite places in Kyoto — from forest paths to riverside walks, antique shops, and the sea.

While sightseeing in the city center, skip the tourist traps and dine in style at one of these 12 top spots, all vetted by our MICHELIN Guide Inspectors.

What top-tier luxury looks like in the world's top food cities.

California may be the most aesthetically blessed state in America — these 10 hotels prove it.

It's home to Manhattan’s most high-powered businesses, and some of the city’s best shopping and cultural hidden gems.

A guide to the standout restaurants, hotels, beaches and historic landmarks that make the Isle of Wight worth the crossing.

With the sun shining and temperatures soaring, there's no better time to discover our Inspector-approved list of things to do and places to eat in London this summer.

From breezy coastal hideouts to high-altitude alpine escapes, these under-the-radar European destinations pair cooler climes with red-hot culinary scenes — and MICHELIN Guide-approved places to stay and dine.

With the new 2025 Michelin Guide restaurant selections in Estonia and Lithuania just announced, now is the perfect time to explore this lesser-known Baltic region, where a new generation of chefs is drawing attention with bold, creative cooking.

Florence’s most sought-out dishes are unfairly limited to (admittedly delicious) wild boar ragu-drenched pasta, savory charcuterie with cave aged pecorino, meaty bistecca alla Fiorentina and Old World red wines to wash it all down. However, the true stars are the seasonal foods locals eagerly await — and celebrate — with each changing month.

Explore the musical history and food culture of one of the UK's liveliest and most exciting cities, with our MICHELIN Guide itinerary of things to do in Manchester.

With just enough time to plan a trip before cherry blossom season this spring, we're taking a closer look at one of the best hotels in Kyoto. Once you’ve found your sea legs in Japan, you might try a hyper-traditional ryokan. Until then, consider the One Key Ace Hotel.

Soba is deeply rooted in Kyoto, as a staple of both the city’s cuisine and the broader washoku tradition, a traditional dietary culture of Japan, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. Here are our Inspectors’ top Soba restaurants in Kyoto.