In Kyoto, tourists flock to the picturesque Gion district to glimpse Geisha clip-clopping along cobbled streets. It's one of the most photographed parts of the ancient capital. But now the people ...

KYOTO--The boorish behavior of tourists who have harassed geisha, destroyed property and committed other obnoxious acts has led to a ban on photography on private roads in Kyoto’s famed Gion ...

Maikos walking on in Gion, Kyoto. The historic district of Gion is another highlight of Kyoto. Known as the center of Kyoto’s geisha culture, Gion is filled with traditional wooden machiya ...

As far as Shinto shrines go (there are about 400 in Kyoto), this one is pretty special ... Recent visitors to Gion were in awe of its quaintness (though some travelers note that hordes of camera ...

For those looking to try a kaiseki meal, head to the Pontocho and Gion districts of Kyoto. Budget travelers beware: Traditional kaiseki dinners can be expensive. To enjoy a kaiseki meal without ...

Core Kyoto narrator Gary Tegler gets a close-up look at the Gion Matsuri, which began over 1,000 years ago, as he unravels the mystery of the decorations and meets the foreign volunteers.

Why did Kyoto’s founders choose this specific location? From natural defenses provided by surrounding hills to the strategic ...

Art Collaboration Kyoto has grown swiftly in popularity among galleries and has inspired partnerships across the city.

California law on pricing has broad reachDecoding California's 'Honest Pricing Law' that requires full-price disclosures in quotes and ads. The 'authentic tourism' conundrumConsumers demand ...

KYOTO--A geisha community here will put on its annual “Gion Odori” dance performance in November for the first time in three years. The Gion Higashi Kabukai association, based in one of Kyoto ...

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