New York ranks among the world’s most attractive tourism cities, while Osaka and Kyoto lead the 2026 global attractiveness ranking

Discover Japan tea ceremony tourism with authentic matcha rituals, cultural heritage and unforgettable traveller experiences

Imperial Hotel Kyoto preserves Yasaka Kaikan heritage as a luxury hotel, protecting Kyoto’s historic architecture and cultural identity.

The Imperial Hotel, Kyoto has achieved a major conservation milestone for the historic Yasaka Kaikan, the landmark 1936 structure at the centre of the newly launched luxury property in Kyoto’s Gion district.

China and Japan enter Liqiu-Risshū as Beijing storms and Kyoto heat reshape August travel planning across East Asia.

Kyoto report reveals Chinese tourists have been unfairly blamed for overtourism despite a sharp fall in arrivals as Japan faces growing tourism challenges.

Gion Matsuri transforms Kyoto with sacred rituals, grand floats, traditional performances and an unforgettable cultural experience for visitors

Japan’s tourism boom is facing a major workforce challenge as Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka drive visitor growth while 72.2% of accommodation facilities struggle with staff shortages.

Japan plans a higher departure tax while travelers increasingly explore Kobe, Otsu, Wakayama, and other regional destinations.