Best New Hotels In Kyoto
While Japan was closed, the construction companies of Kyoto were busy building an incredible collection of hotels and ryokans. Here are our favorites
Best New Hotels in Kyoto January 2024
While Japan was closed for the pandemic, new hotels and ryokan were popping up all over the city. Gone are the cookie-cutter business hotels of the past; small, boutique and creative is the new standard. Here are our favorites from a very strong field.
Kyoto Off The Beaten Track Itineraries
Want to wander through Kyoto rarely seen by tourists and really get off the beaten track? Here are two Hidden Kyoto itineraries to show you some of the other faces of the city.
Top 10 Japan Travel Hacks and Tips
Here are 10 practical travel hacks and tips that will make your trip to Japan almost infinitely better.
What To Eat In Kyoto
Kyoto is famous for its tofu, its sublime kaiseki cuisine and its Buddhist vegetarian fare. It’s also a great place to sample all the main classics of Japanese cuisine.
Kyoto Vacation Checklist
Travellers to Japan no longer need to supply proof of Covid vaccination or a negative test. We have all the latest news on visiting Japan
For all the essentials, see my First Time In Kyoto guide
For ideas on how to structure your trip, see my list of Kyoto Itineraries
See my one page guide on Where To Stay In Kyoto
You can buy a Japan SIM card or an unlimited data pocket wifi router online before you arrive in Japan for collection on arrival
View my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
See if the Japan Rail Pass can save you money during your trip
Why it's essential to have travel insurance for Japan
Visiting Tokyo or Osaka too?
Don't forget my companion websites InsideOsaka.com and TrulyTokyo.com for in-depth guides to these fascinating cities.
Happy travels!
Chris Rowthorn