Kyoto

These special Japanese apples are both sweet and juicy

This insect dish is available in jars or freshly boiled and prepared over rice during winter

The unique Japanese strawberries make for great romantic gifts

Enjoy the colorful sights of spring blossoms

Celebrated nationwide, this festival brings color and romance to daily life!

A small fruit with a sweet peel

A bright red and luxurious variety of cherry

A colourful miracle of spring!

Japanese grapes with a thick skin

You will find it everywhere during this season!

A citrus fruit that is easy to peel

Feel the spirituality of the Japanese Buddhist festival of the Dead

The beautiful though often underappreciated blossom of the Japanese plum is one of the first signs of spring

Taste this true sign of spring

Enormous characters set afire to guide ancestors to the other world

An American sport with a Japanese twist

An autumn fruit with a woody texture

Though not too pleasing to the eye, these creatures are a true delicacy

Go back to ancient Kyoto and take in the real atmosphere of imperial culture

An ancient costume procession that cannot be missed

Check out unique Japanese sports of mounted archery at Yabusame Shinji

Kyoto is the magical place where tea ceremonies were born, so be sure to check out the best tea houses in the city

The rainy season is the perfect time for nature fans to be in Kyoto

This is a magical time when all parks, temples, shrines and gardens explode into red and orange hues

This unusual event creates a dreamy and magical atmosphere around Higashiyama

A local event where the village becomes one big family

This month of rituals and traditions can't be missed during your Kyoto vacation

Marvellous mountains, hills, crystal blue lakes, rivers and waterfalls, multiple spiritual temples and shrines—all of this awaits you in the Kyoto area

One of the best ways to relax after a busy day of sightseeing

The perfect activity for a nature lover with plenty to see and explore

Don't miss the chance to meet prominent Japanese Geishas while in Kyoto

Learn about the Samurai culture and traditions at Kembu Theater in Kyoto

Mind visiting this bamboo grove to relax from the noisy city streets

View stunning sakura blossoms with UNESCO world heritage sites on a backdrop