For those looking to immerse themselves even more in the Kansai region’s culture and history, a stay at one of the many ...

“Like a little meditation?” I venture. “Exactly,” he replies, emphatically, validating our shared moment of mindfulness.

I have a weak spot for sweet treats and dainty ceramics, so I was excited to try a few of this year’s Japanese Advent ...

Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto is a one-of-a-kind stay in the iconic Japanese city. As Japan continues to be a popular destination for travelers, Kyoto's appeal grows as well: In 2023, the Kyoto ...

Known for its narrow streets of tea houses and “ryokan” inns, Kyoto has been both badly hit and deeply relieved by the absence of foreign tourists, locals say. With the yen at its weakest in ...

California law on pricing has broad reachDecoding California's 'Honest Pricing Law' that requires full-price disclosures in quotes and ads. The 'authentic tourism' conundrumConsumers demand ...

This hostelry is widely acknowledged as one of the best traditional ryokan in Japan, a claim shared with the Tawaraya directly across the narrow street. Its name derives from the Japanese word for ...