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What Is the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism Promotion Declaration?
The Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism Promotion Declaration supports tourism businesses that commit to advancing initiatives aligned with the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism.
By fostering mutual respect among tourism businesses and their employees, visitors, and local residents, this initiative seeks to further promote sustainable tourism so that Kyoto may continue to thrive as Kyoto for generations to come.
Application period
June 2, 2025 (Monday) – February 27, 2026 (Friday)
* Applications are now closed.
Let Us Build the Future of Kyoto Tourism Together
The Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism Promotion Declaration invites companies, organizations, and other entities within Kyoto City that are working to create sustainable tourism to publicly declare the initiatives they have already undertaken or plan to implement.
By sharing these commitments on the official website and communicating them widely, the program aims to inspire broader engagement among local businesses and foster empathy and shared understanding with visitors and residents. Through this initiative, we wholeheartedly support businesses in advancing their sustainable efforts.
In addition, among the businesses that submit a Promotion Declaration, those implementing particularly outstanding initiatives that may serve as a model for others will be eligible for the “Outstanding Business Award for the Promotion of Sustainable Kyoto Tourism.”
Businesses that submitted the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism Promotion Declaration in FY2022 and FY2023 are also eligible for consideration for this award.
Initiatives
We support tourism businesses that are committed to promoting initiatives aligned with the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism.
Make Use of PR Tools to Showcase Your Efforts
Businesses that complete their Declaration registration will receive an official sticker. Upon request, logo data for the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism and for businesses participating in the Promotion Declaration will also be provided, enabling you to highlight your commitment through your own communication channels.
Promote Your Initiatives Widely
Registered businesses will be featured on the official website and on the corporate page of the Kyoto City Tourism Association. In addition, your efforts will be shared through a business-focused newsletter delivering the latest updates on tourism and MICE in Kyoto, helping to foster broad recognition and shared understanding among stakeholders.
Recognition for Outstanding Initiatives
Among businesses that have submitted the Promotion Declaration, those implementing particularly exemplary initiatives—serving as models for others—will be formally recognized through the Outstanding Business Award for the Promotion of Sustainable Kyoto Tourism. Applications for this award may be submitted at the same time as your Declaration registration.
Make Your Declaration
We invite businesses that are committed to taking action so that Kyoto may continue to thrive as Kyoto to join us.
STEP 2
Submit your application through the online application form.
STEP 3
Your application details will be reviewed and assessed by the Secretariat.
STEP 4
Upon approval, an official sticker will be issued, and details of your initiatives will be published on the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism website and related platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Q1. Are only tourism-related businesses eligible?
A. Not only tourism-related businesses within Kyoto, but also companies, NPOs, and other organizations operating in the city that provide services or promote initiatives contributing to the advancement of the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism are eligible to apply.
Q2. What are the benefits of submitting the Declaration?
A. Businesses and organizations that actively engage in initiatives aligned with the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism will have their names and initiatives published on the official website of Kyoto. In addition, they will receive an official sticker that can be displayed at their facilities or storefronts to communicate their commitment to visitors.
Application Contact
Receiving Office: Kyoto City Tourism Association
E-mail: moral@kyokanko.or.jp
In Cooperation With: Kyoto City
Promotion Declaration Project Map
The Promotion Declaration Business Map helps visualize businesses that are advancing initiatives contributing to sustainable tourism.
LINK! LINK! LINK! is a portal website that connects the daily lives of Kyoto residents with tourism.
The site brings together information from businesses that offer special benefits for residents—such as discounts and other preferential services—and introduces them on a dedicated website. We are currently inviting businesses to participate by providing year-round benefits (details may be updated even after publication).
We warmly encourage you to join us and help advance sustainable tourism in Kyoto.