Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto, long a popular destination for tourists, is closing off some private-property alleys in its famous geisha district because of complaints about misbehaving visitors.

Karuizawa’s Geisha Series, a collection of highly sought-after Japanese whiskies, pays homage to both the artistry of geisha and the legacy of the once-defunct but now "reopened" Karuizawa ...

KYOTO--A star geisha from Gion-Kobu ... For example, she had a kimono made on the motif of ume (Japanese plum) and snow, which is only good for wearing over a short spell of days before spring ...

Japanese locals have revealed their biggest pet peeves when it comes to the behavior of travelers following a tourism tsunami that has challenged the nation. From geisha being harassed to ...

When traveling in Japan, the first big question most people ask themselves is whether they want to stay in a modern hotel or a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn. However, there’s another type of ...