Visually, Rashomon was every bit as revolutionary. Kurosawa and his cinematographer, Kazuo Miyagawa, defied convention by filming directly into the sun and through lenses obscured by shifting patterns ...

Coffee tasting menus full of elaborate preparations and black-tie baristas are all the rage in Tokyo and Kyoto.

Asia’s reputation as a challenging destination for solo female travelers is rapidly evolving as infrastructure improvements, ...

From immersive cafes and casual dining to luxe reinterpretations, pan-Asian remains a perennial favourite, with most new ...

A group of elite young chefs were given a taste of traditional Kyoto-style cuisine during a special culinary masterclass.

A group of elite young chefs were given a taste of traditional Kyoto-style cuisine during a special culinary masterclass.

Aman Kyoto offers an exquisite new way to immerse oneself into the richness of Japan’s cultural heritage with Tea House ...

Come with Jesse Ito, chef-owner of Royal Sushi and Izakaya and Dancerobot in Philadelphia, on a nine day tour through bustling food stalls, shabu-shabu and omakase meals, and an unforgettable fish ...

An immersive art space in the ancient Japanese capital of Kyoto is offering a novel experience to visitors from around the world, aiming to dissolve the boundary between observer and art. Titled ...

You’re reading Nina Garcia’s Insider Guide newsletter, exclusively available to ELLE All Access members. This edition was originally published in August 2025. Kyoto is a city where history and beauty ...

Japan’s ancient capital is taking drastic steps to rein in overtourism. Starting in March 2026, Kyoto will introduce the highest accommodation tax in Japan, charging visitors more to stay in the ...