About Kyoto Prefecture

Kyoto Prefecture provides unlimited entertainment and meaningful experiences for all tourists. The beauty and culture of Kyoto Prefecture have been refined by rich nature, history and the affection of its people.

Tango is in the northern part of Kyoto and provides enchanting views of the shoreline facing the Sea of Japan and delicious fresh seafood. Meanwhile, Tamba is located in the center of Kyoto Prefecture and has rich village scenery, nearby mountains and delicious wild game dishes. The heart of cultural elegance in Japan is Kyoto City, where traditions have been refined through its long history of more than 1,000 years, in addition to the unique beauty of each season. Yamashiro is in the south and has many historical treasures and top-quality agricultural products such as green tea.

Kyoto is waiting to exceed even your highest expectations.

　　　

News

  • 2013.02.06
    Introduction of eight Tourist Information Offices in Kyoto Prefecture, certified by the Visit Japan Information Network
  • 2013.01.23
    Information about the direct bus service to Miyama-cho in Nantan City for a limited time only, between Jan. 26th and Feb. 17th, 2013
  • 2012.12.07
    KANSAI MEGA SALE!
  • 2012.09.12
    Kitakinki Tango Railway (KTR) now accepts payment by credit cards at Miyazu and Amanohashidate Stations from September 11
  • 2012.08.29
    Kyotanabe City is posting its PR Video on its Website!
  • 2012.07.05
    Beaches in Tango Are Now Open for the Summer
  • 2012.06.29
    Repair Work will be done on the Phoenix Hall of Byodoin Temple in the city of Uji
  • 2012.06.04
    Tea Field Tours of Kyoto Obubu Tea Plantation
  • 2012.05.16
    Now offering tourist information using the Navi-Oto audio pen, providing information for visitors from overseas in various languages (Amanohashidate Tourism Association)
  • 2012.04.26
    Exploring Kyoto with Bicycle 1-Day Parking Pass
  • 2012.04.13
    Free sightseeing shuttle bus service for tourists now available between the city of Miyazu and the town of Ine through Amanohashidate
  • 2012.03.30
    Recommended Cherry Blossom Viewing Locations in Kyoto
  • 2012.02.01
    Byodoin Temple area map in English, Chinese and Korean
  • 2012.02.01
    Hozu River Boat Ride Season Beginning
  • 2012.02.01
    Sagano Romantic Train Beginning its Spring Routes

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