Kyoto & Nara

Kyoto & Nara Articles

Beating the crowds, temple-hopping routes, and food finds — everything you need for your first trip to Kyoto and Nara.

Kyoto First-Timers: The Early Bird's Guide to Avoiding Crowds in 2026

"I've always dreamed of visiting Kyoto, Japan's ancient capital." If that sounds like you, then welcome! Kyoto, a city vibrant year-round with visitors from acr