Presuming you are not... When the relentless summer heat hits the streets of Kyoto, you’ll be sure to appreciate these refreshingly cool Japanese desserts Try vintage calvados, jam to jazz tunes ...

Living in Kyoto for decades has taught me that ... you will find a long undercover shopping arcade on Teramachi Street. As a local, I can confirm that this place has a lot of cool things to ...

Kyoto, the former imperial capital ... which is approached via the bustling Nakamise shopping street. Here, you can purchase traditional Japanese snacks and souvenirs, making it a must-visit ...

One can score antique finds, vintage items, and unique souvenirs, along with designer clothing, accessories, and other household goods at the markets dotting Kyoto. The markets are not only a ...

Gift shops selling cheap souvenirs had taken over the popular Shinkyogoku shopping arcade ... Pontocho Alley, perhaps Kyoto's most famous street, was so clogged with visitors during high season ...