6 heritage towns in Japan to rival Kyoto
Travellers are spoilt for choice in Japan — whether a first-timer to the country or a repeat visitor, try these alternative ...
Japan Nankai Trough megaquake 30-year probability raised to around 80%
A Japanese government committee on earthquake research has changed its estimate of the chance of a Nankai Trough megaquake in ...
Staying in one of Japan’s most popular cities may soon get much more expensive
Staying in one of Japan’s most popular cities may soon get much more expensive - Kyoto city plans to hike lodging tax for ...
Easy Japanese news in translation: First tea of year picked in Kyoto Prefecture
Chatsumi tea picking starts in spring. "The earliest tea picking in Japan" was held on January 6, in the city of Kizugawa, ...
Strong earthquake hits southwestern Japan, triggering temporary tsunami alerts
A strong earthquake struck southwestern Japan, the U.S. Geological Survey said, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami ...
Kyoto to raise accommodation tax up to 10,000 yen a day
KYOTO—As the ancient capital grapples with overtourism, Kyoto city officials will raise the accommodation tax to a maximum of ...
Japan's Kyoto to raise lodging tax ceiling
Kyoto City in western Japan unveiled a plan to raise the ceiling of its lodging tax for people staying at hotels and other accommodations to 10000 ye ...
Historical icons and natural wonders in Japan's cultural capital
Nara's Horyuji Temple is another World Heritage Site. Its central gate, main hall, and five-story pagoda were built around ...
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Japan’s most competitive prefectures revealed in recent survey
Rivalries are everywhere, from sports games to sibling quarrels, and Japan is no exception. From fast food giant Burger King ...
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Kyoto-shi, Japan - Weather Forecasts | Maps | News - Yahoo Weather
Rain with a high of 49 °F (9.4 °C) and a 55% chance of precipitation. Winds variable at 6 to 9 mph (9.7 to 14.5 kph). Night - Clear with a 21% chance of precipitation. Winds variable at 4 to 6 ...