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Kyoto is an ancient capital where you can enjoy the changing scenery of each season. In autumn, you can see colorful autumn leaves all over the city. "Autumn Leaves News" introduces information on famous autumn foliage spots in and around Kyoto, from classic spots to hidden gems. There are countless spots to see autumn leaves in Kyoto, including the shrines and temples along the Higashiyama, Kitayama, and Nishiyama mountains, gardens and parks in the city, and even a little further afield to the Ohara area, where mountain village scenery remains. Why not visit Kyoto in the fall and find your favorite spot to see the autumn leaves? (Quoted from Kyoto Tourism Navi)Autumn leaves newsKyoto experienceautumn leavesKyoto sightseeing
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Enjoy a leisurely ride along the cycle road that runs alongside the Kizu River, experiencing the history and scenery woven by the river. Along the way, you'll tour the landscape of the rice paddies and tea fields that line the riverside, Izumi Ohashi Bridge, which flourished as a river crossing point, and an ancient temple built in the Nara period, all while discovering the connection between the river and faith. Along with a guided tour, you'll also get to listen to and learn about the history and structure of Nagarebashi Bridge, a wooden bridge designed to sway in the wind in case of flooding, conveying the image of this region that has lived side by side with water. Through the power of bicycles, we'll take you on a refreshing short trip, experiencing the flow of the Kizu River and the local lifestyle and culture. -
[This tour has been postponed] From Demachiyanagi, gaze upon the confluence of the Kamo and Takano Rivers and embark on a stroll through the original landscape of Kyoto, a city that has developed alongside water. At Shimogamo Shrine, take the time to "feel and learn" about the history of ancient water worship and rituals amid the pure waters of Tadasu no Mori. Walk south along the Kamo River, and you'll find traces of flood control from the Edo, Meiji, and Showa periods, as well as the history of the city shaped by the river, still alive today. After overlooking the kawadoko culture and the changing lifestyles of the people between Sanjo and Shijo, enjoy seasonal Kyoto cuisine at Fujita in Pontocho and take a moment to quietly reflect on the culture and climate that has been woven together with the Kamo River. We'll guide you on a luxurious journey of walking, seeing, and tasting. -
Board the Lake Biwa Canal boat from Miidera Temple and enjoy the scenery of autumn leaves from the calm waters and listen to the sound of the water. After disembarking at Keage, walk along the Keage Incline, a symbol of Meiji-era modernization, to experience the timeless presence of a waterway that still thrives today. The final destination is Ryotei Yachiyo, facing the approach to Nanzenji Temple. In a space where you can fully enjoy traditional Kyoto cuisine and the gardens of gardener Ueji, you will enjoy tea with seasonal Japanese sweets and a lecture on the history and role of the Lake Biwa Canal, where you can "listen and learn." We will guide you on a high-quality journey that will be enjoyed with all five senses, via the "path of water" that is the canal. -
This is an electronic travel pass that allows you to "hot spring tour" at 10 hot spring facilities in Kyoto City (as of October 1, 2025). By presenting an electronic ticket that allows you to visit three different facilities at the hot spring facilities, you can tour the hot spring facilities scattered throughout Kyoto City. We also work to promote the use of ancillary facilities such as meals and cafes at hot spring facilities, proposing various ways to use hot springs. -
An exquisite adult learning tour where you'll experience Kyoto's traditional tea and sake culture through all five senses, gaining deep appreciation for the profound depths of Japanese culture. Discover the roots of tea and sake, both derived from the essential element of "water," on this immersive cultural journey.SakeJapanese cultureMATCHAKyoto experienceKyoto sightseeingKyoto culturetraditional culture
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Experience the Future of Lacquer in Kyoto
～ Urushi Tsutsumi Asakichi since 1909 ～
Founded in 1909, Urushi Tsutsumi Asakichi preserves traditional craftsmanship while exploring new ways to bring lacquer into everyday life. In Kyoto, lacquer is not limited to temple architecture and tableware — it also appears in daily life, from bath buckets at sento (public bathhouses) to dining tables in local bakeries. Discover its beauty at Bukkoji Temple, experience lacquer buckets at Umeyu, and enjoy bread and wine by the Kamo River. Through these encounters where city culture and lacquer come together, you will discover a new side of Kyoto’s urushi tradition. -
Kyoto is home to many businesses that practice "long-term management," passing down culture for over a thousand years. Rather than simply preserving tradition, these businesses have an approach as "social enterprises/local zebra businesses" that weave value into the future while harmonizing with the environment and local community. Experience programs offered by these businesses are not only activities for tourists, but also an opportunity for "site visits" to directly experience business models that create social impact. In this article, we introduce sustainability-related experiences, organized in collaboration with BEYOND2025, one of Japan's largest social conferences, and the JTB Kyoto branch.CulturalKyoto sustainable tourismKyoto sightseeingexperiencetraditional culture
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Follow the dream waterway of our ancestors on a canal boat. Traces of their many great achievements can only be seen by boat. The Lake Biwa Canal is an artificial canal built to revive Kyoto's industries, which had declined after the capital was moved to Tokyo. The project, which overcame many difficulties, was a major project in Kyoto during the Meiji period, carried out solely by Japanese people. After 70 years, the Lake Biwa Canal has been revived. Enjoy a boat trip to see the great achievements of our ancestors with your own eyes, while taking in the scenery around the canal that exudes a different atmosphere in every season.NatureJapan HeritageKYOTOLink KyotoLake Biwa canal boatcanalscenicLINK KYOTOautumn leavessustainablehistoryKyoto sightseeing
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The Kyoto branch of the Japan Tourist Association (JTB) jointly hosted the "GSTC Sustainable Tourism Course" in Kyoto City to learn about the international standards of sustainable tourism. In addition to learning about GSTC standards and good practices through lectures and fieldwork, participants also analyzed their own company's efforts to deepen their understanding.Kyoto tourism moralsKyoto sustainable tourismsustainablecarbon neutral
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