Across the region, renowned destinations are reaching a tourism glass-ceiling that’s impacting the quality of life for residents while destroying the iconic spots that draw people in the first place.

Japan's ancient capital Kyoto implements massive tourism tax increases starting March 2026 to manage crowds and preserve ...

Mishima-tei: The best sukiyaki in the heart of Kyoto. Taro Mishima, the restaurant’s fifth-generation head chef, specializes ...

Non-Stop Travel is celebrating 40 years of helping Hawai’i residents explore the world, and in 2026 they will offer six ...

Plan Ahead: Because crowds are drawn to their picturesque beauty, Fushimi Inari's trails can get quite congested during the day. For a more peaceful visit, opt for an evening stroll up the mountain – ...

Kyoto will implement a new tiered accommodation tax starting March 1, 2026, to address over-tourism and heritage conservation ...

Aside from maybe Tokyo, there’s no other city with more of a “must-visit” reputation than Kyoto for travelers to Japan, who flock to the country’s former capital to tour its historic temples, ...

If you're seeking a mellow and peaceful getaway, consider exploring "mindful" travel destinations—like Kyoto, Japan, which has been recognized as the most mindful in all of Asia. Sometimes a trip is ...

Every October 22, Kurama in Kyoto Prefecture celebrates the Kurama Fire Festival (Kurama no Hi Matsuri). Held to honor Yuki Shrine and its guardian deities, the town recreates a thousand-year-old ...

Japan doesn’t do daylight saving time, so it was already dark when I left northern Kyoto’s Ichijoji Station at dinnertime one September. The area’s 14 UNESCO World Heritage sites were closed for the ...

Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto has introduced two dining experiences for couples at its Fuju lounge. The Sukiya-style teahouse is situated just beside Shakusui-en, the 800-year-old pond garden at the heart ...