A waterway connecting Kyoto and Osaka Bay, long closed for flood control, reopened Sunday as Japanese transport authorities began operating a lock on the Yodo River. The water route between the major ...

KAMEOKA, Kyoto Prefecture--Officials from the operator of the sightseeing boat that capsized in the river here say the accident resulted from the steersman falling overboard and the vessel ...

Running through the heart of the city, this gently flowing river offers a serene escape from Kyoto’s bustling streets. You’ll notice groups of friends gathered for picnics, couples strolling ...

KAMEOKA, Kyoto Prefecture--A rower died following a tour boat accident in the Hozugawa river here on March 28. According to the Kyoto prefectural police, the 51-year-old rower was pronounced dead ...

The river runs through the heart of Kyoto, and with walking paths on either side, it’s common to see couples relaxing on benches or the slopes of the riverbanks throughout the day. The evening ...

The river is also habitat to the Japanese giant salamander, a protected species. Discover the river's history and its cultural influence on life in Kyoto.