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Kyoto has also released a separate toilet guide to teach travelers the proper way to use a Japanese-style (left) and Western-style (right) toilet.

Okay, taking a 44-hour side trip to Kyoto during our two-week visit to Tokyo was a silly idea. After deducting the hours we spent at the Hiiragiya ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn with cypress-wood ...

Once the Imperial capital, Kyoto is home to the ancient traditions and beautiful spirit that defines Japan. Any plans you make for Japan need to include this major city. Visitors come here to ...

Kyoto is a city where history and beauty live side by side, offering a fascinating glimpse into the Japanese way of life. Founded in A.D. 794 as Japan’s imperial capital, it remains the cultural heart ...

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A masterclass in boutique luxury, the Shinmonzen checks off all the right boxes. Set on one of Gion’s most underrated streets lined with unsuspecting galleries, you’re just mere minutes away from all ...

You’re reading Nina Garcia’s Insider Guide newsletter, exclusively available to ELLE All Access members. This edition was originally published in August 2025. Kyoto is a city where history and beauty ...