Although he says a code of conduct like Kyoto's is basically unenforceable, "people are respectful." Two young people walking in Kyoto. How are visitors reacting to the code of conduct?

And you'll be happy to know that Kyoto boasts plenty of areas that are great for walking. A particularly famous route is the Philosopher's Walk, which will take you along a tree-lined canal ...

Kyoto, Japan Kyoto is a time capsule of Japan's legacy, harmoniously blending age-old customs with modern sophistication.

If you love nature, or simply want to feel small surrounded by a towering bamboo forest, the bamboo grove in Arashiyama is a great place to explore in Kyoto. Kids will love walking and playing ...

Hayakawa echoes this suggestion, pointing out that many of Kyoto’s historical sites require extensive walking to explore. “Wear comfortable shoes when visiting temples and shrines since there ...

Maikos walking on in Gion, Kyoto. The historic district of Gion is another highlight of Kyoto. Known as the center of Kyoto’s geisha culture, Gion is filled with traditional wooden machiya ...

Many suggested combining a stop here with a visit to the Golden Pavilion since the two sit within walking distance of each other. Though it is not the most popular temple in Kyoto, Ryoanji still ...

Walking on a runway in front of a building designated an important cultural property wearing a designer kimono is not an experience many non-models can have. Kyoto is going all out, holding events ...

Stone is a noticeable feature when walking through Kyoto's townscape: pavements, stairs, and religious statuary and objects. Stonemasons bring out the inherent beauty and qualities of their materials.