During the Heian period, an imperial court based in the capital of Heian-kyō (modern Kyoto) wielded the highest political authority in the land. The city’s name means “Capital of Peace and Tranquility ...

KYOTO—Cultural treasures rarely shown to the ... of the Buddha,” one of the few existing Buddhist paintings from the Heian Period (794-1185), will be displayed from April 22 to May 7 for ...

Six Senses Kyoto ushers in a new era of luxury travel in Japan, marking the brand's highly anticipated debut and its parent ...

KYOTO--A New Year’s ceremonial event highlighted ... Dressed in the traditional costume of the Heian Period (794-1185), eight women took part in the first “karuta” card game of the New ...

a shrine modeled after the Imperial Palace during the Heian era, when Kyoto was the capital of Japan. For Naked Garden One Kyoto, Heian Jingu allowed for personalized, immersive experiences in ...

Kyoto, of course, is the protagonist: from the contemporary crafts and playful references to its ancient heritage and through to wellness, which taps into the wisdom of the city’s ancient cultural ...

Some 2,000 people dressed in costumes from eras ranging from the Heian period (794-1185) to the Meiji Restoration (mid- to late 19th century) paraded along major avenues in the city of Kyoto ...

The Jidai Matsuri on October 22 pays homage to Kyoto's 1,200-year history, from the Meiji through the Heian periods, with 2,000 people parading in period costumes. The festival shows the Kyotoites ...

She explains that in Japan—in Kyoto, especially—it is uncommon to ... dating back to the Heian Period (794–1185). “Originally a recreational spot for emperors and nobles, it offers a ...

and the Heian Shrine. "Our location is truly special because it offers guests a tranquil retreat while being just moments away from some of Kyoto’s most iconic cultural landmarks," Lim said.