While Tokyo dazzles with its modernity, Kyoto captivates with its timeless beauty and cultural heritage. As Japan’s capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto is the heart of traditional Japanese ...

As Japan continues to be a popular destination ... the Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto blends traditional Japanese aesthetics (think tatami and bathtubs made from hiba wood) with modern luxury ...

KYOTO--Internationally renowned artist Takashi Murakami is back in Japan with his first large ... “superflat,” since it uses a “flat” aesthetic common across Japanese art styles and ...

Artisans breathe new life into the wood, imbuing a Kyoto aesthetic as they work. These handcrafted wooden items are created without the use of metal nails, in the traditional craft known as "Kyoto ...