There is something magical about Kyoto in autumn. Almost every temple, shrine, and garden in the historic town are surrounded by beautiful Japanese maple and ginkgo trees as they shift from red to ...

Few places capture the spirit of Japan quite like Kyoto. But with so much written about the city, from centuries-old temples ...

Kyoto, Japan, is the ideal location for a romantic getaway. The city has a different vibe than its urban counterparts, Tokyo and Osaka. The romance draws you in from the moment you arrive, as the town ...

Kyoto's storied Buddhist temples, impressive museums, architectural treasures and elaborate gardens are often overshadowed by Tokyo's sprawling skyscrapers, buzzing city streets and legendary sites, ...

Plan Ahead: Because crowds are drawn to their picturesque beauty, Fushimi Inari's trails can get quite congested during the day. For a more peaceful visit, opt for an evening stroll up the mountain – ...

Just by coincidence, I arrived in Kyoto two days after the anniversary of the attacks at Pearl Harbor. Despite once headlining the list of cities on which the United States intended to drop an atomic ...

It’s officially cherry blossom season, which means one thing — the time is now to book that trip to Kyoto. Rich in both history and culture, imperial Kyoto can feel like a visit to another era — at ...

This article first appeared in the Stars and Stripes Pacific edition, March 11, 1955. It is republished unedited in its original form. KYOTO — Kyoto — the city of peace — is a haven for tourists and a ...

Many travel itineraries are packed with beaches, museums, and landmarks. However, when I visit a new country in Asia, I'm on the hunt for temples and shrines. Before my first international trip to ...