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When to Visit Kyoto, Japan: Best & Worst Times (2026)

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When to visit Kyoto to avoid crowds, experience seasonal beauty, and enjoy the top festivals is important for first-timers to Japan. There will be no single worst or best time in 2026–it depends on your priorities. Of course, there are more and less crowded times of year, but unfortunately, many of those are busy for […]

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Kyoto Is Crowded. Here’s How You Can Avoid Japan’s Infamous Overtourism!

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Overtourism in Kyoto is a controversial topic, and that’s because no city has been as impacted by Japan’s rising tourism numbers. Crowds are colossal during peak seasons and holidays, top temples are packed, buses are bursting, and areas are impassable due to congestion. It’s undeniable that Kyoto is overcrowded. Or rather, that parts of it are […]

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