Every day, hundreds of people visit Ryoanji Temple to see its Zen rock garden – which is probably the most famous of its kind in Japan. Located in Kyoto's northern outskirts, the temple was ...

Living in Kyoto for decades has taught me that this ancient city holds secrets far beyond its famous golden temples and pristine gardens. While millions of tourists coming in from Tokyo snap ...

Situated on Otowa Mountain in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple wows travelers with its stunning natural scenery, which visitors say is best viewed from the verandah off the temple's main building.

KYOTO--One stone statue of an enlightened Buddhist person here cradles a cat in its arms while another holds a book inscribed with the name “Soseki” after the famous ... at a temple in the ...

Mount Koya's tranquil trails lead to hidden temples, inviting you to hike through history and find peace in the stillness.

The leaves are still “waking up.” Venture Off To “Love Stones” At Jishu-Jinja Temple Before leaving Kyoto, add visiting the “love stones” at Jishu-Jinja Temple to your itinerary.

Hosted by the city government and the Kyoto City Tourism Association, the event is spread across 15 locations and runs until March 18. At Ryoanji temple, with its famous rock garden ...