Good to know: In winter, dress warmly. All visitors are required to sit on the temple’s chilly floor and use a calligraphy pen to copy a Buddhist scripture onto a piece of paper before being allowed ...

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 ...

The best times to visit Kyoto are from March to May and from September ... Crowds do wane a bit in the summer and winter, but June's sticky humidity and January's chilly temperatures are too ...