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

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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10/21/25

"Case" has been updated

Hotel Monterey Kyoto continues to promote new ways to enjoy Kyoto through the preservation of Kyoto culture and the reduction of food waste

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10/20/25

Promoting Tourism Etiquette Using Manga Characters from Kodansha

November–December 2025

Posters and digital signage featuring popular manga characters from Kodansha will be displayed at locations such as Kyoto Subway Station and Shijo Station.

The posters will pair scenes from these manga, which are also popular overseas, with easy-to-understand and engaging messages about proper behavior in Japan—such as being considerate when taking photos so as not to block others, queuing properly on public transportation, and refraining from littering—helping tourists learn about tourism and everyday manners in a fun way.

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10/6/25

Implementation of Tours from Kyoto Station Led by Kyoto City–Certified Tour Guides

Weekdays, October 6–31, 2025

Tours departing from JR Kyoto Station, led by Kyoto City–certified tour guides (Kyoto City Visitors Hosts), will be conducted for international tourists. These tours offer participants not only the opportunity to enjoy Kyoto’s history and culture, but also to experience Kyoto’s tourism etiquette, including the appeal of hands-free sightseeing and proper behavior on trains.

Destinations: Arashiyama Area / Fushimi Inari Area — 2 courses in total

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9/3/25

"Case" has been updated

Enjoy the nature of the Hozu River with this rafting tour. Contributing to the local community through rescue activities - Big Smile

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7/10/25

"Kyoto Travelers Promise" campaign has been launched

July 10, 2025 - March 31, 2026
In order to help domestic and international tourists visiting Kyoto deepen their understanding of Kyoto's tourist etiquette, culture, and history, the "Kyoto Traveler's Promise" will be held as follows

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6/2/25

Call for applicants for the 2025 "Company committed to Sustainable Tourism in Kyoto" and "Excellence in Ethical and Sustainable Tourism Business Practices" Award

June 2, 2025 - February 27, 2026
Kyoto City and the Kyoto Tourism Association (DMO KYOTO), a public interest incorporated association, will formulate the "Kyoto Tourism Code of Conduct (Kyoto Tourism Morals)" in November 2020, and from fiscal year 2022, will be calling for "Company committed to Sustainable Tourism in Kyoto" to further promote behavior based on the Kyoto Tourism Morals.

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4/28/25

Screening a Kyoto Tourism Etiquette Video on the Station Building Vision at JR Kyoto Station

From April 28, 2025

At the JR Kyoto Station Central Exit “Station Building Vision”, videos promoting Kyoto Tourism Etiquette are being broadcast, introducing initiatives such as morning and evening sightseeing, the “Special Kyoto” dispersal program, and unique traditional cultural experiences in Kyoto.

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4/18/25

Distribution of Tourism Etiquette Awareness Leaflets on the Kyoto Regular Sightseeing Bus “Okoshi Bus”

From April 2025

In collaboration with Keihan Bus Co., Ltd., “Okoshi Bus,” the Kyoto regular sightseeing bus that departs from Kyoto Station and Osaka Station (*) and tours city sightseeing spots, will place “MIND YOUR MANNERS” and “Kyoto Machiket” leaflets in the seat pockets.

During the Osaka-Kansai Expo period, courses departing from Osaka Station will also operate.

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