People in traditional costumes paraded through the streets near a shrine in the western Japanese city of Kyoto on Thursday for an annual cherry blossom festival.

Explore top hotels in Kyoto like Six Senses and Banyan Tree to witness sakura season with scenic views and unbeatable cultural access.

It passes the Kyoto Museum of Art and the Heian Shrine, while providing access to Okazaki Shrine and numerous shrines and temples in the foothills of north-east Higashiyama – not to mention the ...

It was designed by Chuta Ito, an architect who was also involved in the construction of Heian Jingu shrine in Kyoto and Meiji Jingu shrine in Tokyo. The interior features reproductions of ancient ...

With 25 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Japan is ideal for those who like to explore the historical and environmental aspects of ...

The festival originates back to 1,400 years ago to the Heian ... shrine’s Mikoshi (Portable shrines) are carried throughout the city which are believed to transfer divine spirits to bless Kyoto.

With fewer stops than regular city buses, the Sightseeing Limited Express Bus reaches popular sightseeing spots faster, which is perfect for those exploring Kyoto on a tight schedule. Faster access to ...