Explore Kyoto with Junko Sakaguchi, okami of Sanso Kyoyamato and MICHELIN Guide Service Award winner, as she shares her favorite spots and traditions.

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.

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.

Uncover the magic of Asia’s ancient temples by day and unwind in MICHELIN-level luxury by night—these handpicked hotels are your gateway to sacred wonders and seriously stylish stays.

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.

Kyoto’s ryotei culture traces its roots to the philosophy of wabi-sabi — a reverence for imperfection and impermanence — shaped by tea master Sen no Rikyu in the late 16th century.

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Kyo-sushi is Kyoto’s elegant take on sushi, rooted in local ingredients, seasonal restraint, and centuries-old techniques unique to the city’s refined cuisine.

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