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Le Labo’s Kyoto flagship blends wabi-sabi with the art of slow perfumery

Le Labo has a new flagship in Kyoto’s Shimokorikicho, Nakagyo-ku neighbourhood, a celebration of Japanese heritage and craftsmanship

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Discover Top Boutique Hotels For Discerning Travelers

Explore 10 exquisite boutique hotels worldwide, from Kyoto to New York City, offering luxury and serenity.

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Find yourself at Six Senses Kyoto, the brand's breathtaking Japan debut

Six Senses Kyoto opens its doors boasting tranquil, luxurious interiors by Blink Design Group

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The origin of all things: Kyotographie 2024 – a photo essay

The 12th annual Kyotographie photography festival features 13 exhibitions staged in striking locations across the Japanese city of Kyoto. Photographers from around the world submitted pictures on the theme of ‘source’

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From Geisha to Modern Beauty: My Experience at a Kyoto Salon

The Geisha culture in Kyoto is a fascinating and integral part of Japanese society. Geisha, also known as geiko in Kyoto dialect, are traditional Japanese female entertainers who are skilled in various Japanese arts such as classical music, dance, and games. The history of Geisha culture dates back to the…

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Kyoto Seeks To Guard Geishas From Tourist 'Paparazzi'

Kyoto is cracking down after locals complained that Instagram-obsessed tourist "paparazzi" are harassing the Japanese city's famous, immaculately dressed geisha.

International Business Times

10 years later, cult classic Persona-like JRPG Tokyo Xanadu is getting a sequel with a completely new setting

Tokyo Xanadu New Project is set in Kyoto

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Tourists to be banned from famous 'geisha district' in Kyoto

“Kyoto is not a theme park,” the famous area’s council has warned

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Kyoto's Gion District Cracks Down On Misbehaving Tourists

Kyoto's Gion district in Japan addresses tourist behavior issues by restricting access to private streets, emphasizing responsible tourism practices.

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Kyoto bans tourists from parts of geisha district amid reports of bad behaviour

Gion residents asked city council to crack down after rise in tourist numbers leads to increased harassment of traditional entertainers

The Guardian - AU

Tourists Banned From Private Alleys In Kyoto's Geisha District

Visitors will be banned from entering private alleys in Kyoto's famous geisha district, a local representative said on Thursday, as the ancient city tackles overtourism after the pandemic.

International Business Times

Phil Rosenthal is "afraid of everything"

The "Everybody Loves Raymond" creator on the new "Somebody Feed Phil" season, his love for Kyoto and Larry David

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Season 7 of ‘Somebody Feed Phil’ Is Longest One Yet

Phil Rosenthal tries street food in Mumbai, soba in Kyoto and pizza at a restaurant with deaf owners in D.C.

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Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto: A Luxurious Blend Of Tradition And Modernity

Experience luxury and history at Hotel the Mitsui Kyoto, a blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern design in the heart of Kyoto.

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“Stay Crazy Japan”: 50 Interesting Pics That Show Why Japan Is A Country Like No Other (New Pics)

In addition to bustling cities and breathtaking nature, Japan surprises its visitors with other unexpected sights, such as fried chicken vending machines or public air showers for those suffering from pollen allergies, just to name a couple. The post “Stay Crazy Japan”: 50 Interesting Pics That Show Why Japan Is…

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Kawamichiya Kosho-An is a 110-year-old Kyoto townhouse-turned-restaurant

Kawamichiya Kosho-An is a traditional soba restaurant reimagined by Endo Shojiro Design and td-Atelier

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Food travel show 'Somebody Feed Phil' unveils Season 7 locations

Join Phil Rosenthal as he travels to Mumbai, Washington, D.C., Kyoto, Iceland, Dubai, Orlando, Taipei, and Scotland in Season 7 of Somebody Feed Phil. Prem...

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‘A free-for-all’: Japan divided as return of tourists brings Instagrammers and litter

A year after travel restrictions were lifted, authorities are straining to cope with millions of visitors, especially those who don’t respect the environment and local customs

Evening Standard

Why Japan is the ultimate destination for 2024

Japan is never a bad idea. From the tropical islands of Okinawa to the temples of Kyoto and Tokyo's world-leading hotel scene, Alicia Miller has your guide

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Japanese man sentenced to death for Kyoto animation studio attack

Japanese man sentenced to death for carrying out a devastating arson attack at an animation studio, resulting in the deaths of 36 people.

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Man is sentenced to death for arson attack at Japanese anime studio that killed 36

A Japanese court sentenced a man to death after finding him guilty of murder for carrying out a shocking arson attack on an anime studio in Kyoto, Japan, that killed 36 people.

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Japan sentences man to death for Kyoto anime studio fire that killed 36

Judge says attack on renowned Kyoto Animation by Shinji Aoba, 45, ‘instantly turned the studio into hell’.

Evening Standard

Japan: Man sentenced to death for Kyoto anime studio fire which killed 36

Shinji Aoba set the studio ablaze by dousing the entrance area of the building with petrol

The Guardian - AU

Kyoto anime studio fire: Japanese man sentenced to death for arson attack that killed 36

Japan media reported Shinji Aoba held a grudge against the studio when he doused the entrance in petrol and set it ablaze in 2019

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