Kyoto is the ancient capital of Japan and is packed with history and beauty. Like the rest of Japan, it boasts such a unique and beautiful place, steeped in tradition. It would be easy to miss the ...

Finding genuine experiences that allow you to dive deeper into Kyoto’s rich history can be difficult. Like any widely visited destination there are plenty of so-called “traps.” But the city also has a ...

Embodying a heady mix of no-filter landscapes, genuine hospitality, and fascinating contrast of preserved ancient culture and ultra-modern shine, Japan is as sensuous as it is enticing. An oasis in ...

Chado, meaning the way of tea, is at the very heart of Japanese culture. First introduced to the country by monks returning from China, tea was once reserved for the aristocracy. The drink is now ...

Roman Alonso, a principal of Commune Design, was supposed to spend all of this past March in Japan, putting the finishing touches on the Ace Hotel Kyoto— one of the 24 winners of AD’s inaugural Great ...

Beneath the surface of sedate geisha teahouses and hushed shrines, Kyoto is a hotbed for legendary live music — here, Japan's most unique, riotous acts are set free in the city's underground clubs, ...

The Ritz-Carlton Osaka in the busy Umeda district is opulent, while the tranquil Kyoto property reflects the vibe of Japan's ...