UJI, Kyoto Prefecture—A popular anime has inspired a young man to move here where the show is set and become active in the community around a local shrine featured in the series. On Dec. 17 ...

People who visit Kyoto typically stick to the overly touristy attractions like Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kinkaku-ji, Gion District, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and the numerous temples scattered throughout ...