The 389th issue of KYOTO VISITOR’S GUIDE, August 2025, has been published in print as well as New Articles have been up online
This Month’s Features:
Timeless Touches: The Art of Karakami
— A journey through 1,000 years of handcrafted beauty
— Essential for religious faith in Japan
What’s on in the Old Capital This Month
— Quiet temples, gardens, farmers & the nostalgic life of people
Izumi Kato x Chiso Collaboration Exhibition
— An extraordinary exhibition where “contemporary” meets “tradition”
Cover photo: High in the forested hills of Kibune, Kawadoko dining offers a uniquely Kyoto summer experience. Guests sit above a clear mountain stream, cooled by waterfalls. This serene riverside setting blends seasonal beauty with culinary tradition, creating a peaceful escape from the city heat.

