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Browse the latest updates and announcements related to the Kyoto Guidelines for sustainable tourism.

9/7/26

"Case" has been updated

A one-of-a-kind journey tailored like a bespoke suit, connecting travelers and locals through trust.ーBESPOKE JAPAN TRAVEL Inc.

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7/14/26

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One of Japan’s Finest Craft Gins: Driven by a Passion for Botanicals and Respect for Local Artisans — The Kyoto Distillery

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6/30/26

We have published ”Tips for safely enjoying Kyoto in the summer”

With recent heatwaves, around 1,000 people are taken to the hospital each year in Kyoto due to heat-related illnesses. To ensure our visitors can travel comfortably, we have launched a dedicated page featuring essential heat prevention tips.

By practicing these tips, you help us protect local emergency medical services. This initiative aligns with the "Kyoto Tourism Moral"—our vision of fostering harmony between daily local life and sustainable tourism. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping Kyoto safe and welcoming for everyone.

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5/12/26

Call for Applications: FY2026 Kyoto Tourism Moral Promotion and Certified Excellent Operators

Application Period: May 12, 2026 – March 31, 2027

Following the establishment of the "Kyoto Tourism Code of Conduct (Kyoto Tourism Moral)" in November 2020, we launched the "Kyoto Tourism Moral Promotion Operators" program in FY2022 to further encourage practices aligned with these standards. We are pleased to announce that applications for FY2026 are now open.

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3/26/26

Reiwa 7 Kyoto Tourism Moral Exemplary Operator Commendation

To promote the widespread adoption and practice of the "Kyoto Tourism Moral" initiative, the "Kyoto Tourism Moral Excellence Business Awards" were established in FY2022. This year, we are honoring 16 businesses for their outstanding commitment to these principles and will be holding an official commendation ceremony.

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2/24/26

Publication of a Chinese-language Manners Guide for Tourism Operators

February 24, 2026 (Tuesday) –

We will publish a Simplified Chinese version of a phrase guide promoting tourism etiquette that tourism operators can use when communicating tourism manners to international visitors.
A PDF version will also be made available for download.

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1/27/26

"Case" has been updated

Applying the Wisdom and Values Passed Down Through Generations to Inbound Tourism -Momijiya, Takao, Kyoto-

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12/26/25

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Towards its 400th anniversary - The culture and charm of Japanese umbrellas passed down by a long-established company - Tsujikura-

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11/20/25

Publication of the Kyoto Tourism Etiquette Map

Distributed from November 20, 2025

The Kyoto Tourism Morals Map, which promotes tourism manners and etiquette in Kyoto, is being distributed at locations such as the Kyoto General Tourist Information Center and the Kyoto City Tourism Association Office.
It can also be viewed and downloaded from Kyōnabi Online.

Languages: Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
Number of copies issued: 70,000 in total

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11/13/25

"Case" has been updated

Discover the charm of Thailand from Kyoto. A tour that conveys the local lifestyle, including vegetable cultivation and agricultural experiences on farms ~Dusit Thani Kyoto~

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