Here's what you need to know before planning a trip to Kyoto, Japan.

The Japanese city’s dry gardens seem timeless, but these relatively new versions show that they are still evolving, offering serenity in an increasingly overtouristed city ...

There is a lot to learn from the long, venerable tradition of gardening in Japan, a point made in last week’s Real Dirt, which focused on the history and meaning of Japanese gardens. Indeed, in Kyoto ...

The past two columns in this space have focused on the formal gardens of Kyoto, Japan and some ideas that can be borrowed from them for use in our own home gardens. But what about the average urban ...

Japan is experiencing record tourism this year, and many sightseeing attractions are packed with crowds. Still, there's an ...