Toyokazu Kosugi, secretary-general of the Kansai Headquarters of the All-Japan Association ... “geiko” (geisha) and maiko, and to protect their economic benefits and value in Kyoto’s ...

As peckish deer chase delighted tourists in Japan’s temple-dotted Nara Park, a quiet but dedicated team of litter-pickers ...

The new levies will take effect in 2026, subject to approval from the city assembly. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Tradition-steeped Kyoto is famed for its kimono-clad geisha and Buddhist temples. Photo: AFP Kyoto authorities announced Tuesday plans to hike lodging taxes, as Japan's ancient capital seeks to ...

Kyoto authorities announced Tuesday plans to hike lodging taxes, as Japan's ancient capital seeks ... on the way -- is famed for its kimono-clad geisha performers and Buddhist temples.

KYOTO, (Japan): Authorities in Kyoto announced Tuesday ... famed for its kimono-clad geisha performers and Buddhist temples. For rooms in Kyoto priced at 20,000-50,000 yen (US$127-317) per ...

Japan has seen foreign tourist numbers ... this is not universally welcome -- in particular in tradition-steeped Kyoto, famed for its kimono-clad geisha performers and Buddhist temples.

Lured by its myriad sights and a weak yen, Japan ... Kyoto. The city, which is a modest bullet train ride away from Tokyo -- with a view of Mount Fuji on the way -- is famed for its kimono-clad ...

Kyoto authorities announced Tuesday plans to hike lodging taxes, as Japan's ancient capital seeks to assuage grumbles ... a view of Mount Fuji on the way -- is famed for its kimono-clad geisha ...