parading from the Kyoto Imperial Palace to Heian Jingu. “It would be hugely detrimental to the operation of the festival if it was canceled for a third straight year,” said Keiji Yamada ...

About 2,000 Japanese irises of 200 varieties are in full bloom at Heian Jingu Shrine in Kyoto City. The garden has a temporary bridge over the pond at this time of year.

At 36 meters tall, the three-story tower’s top level offers a 360-degree view of Kyoto. It was designed by Chuta Ito, an architect who was also involved in the construction of Heian Jingu ...

KYOTO -- The Jidai Matsuri, one of the three major festivals in the ancient Japanese capital and a colorful autumn event, was held on Oct. 22. Some 2,000 people dressed in costumes from eras ...