Kyoto News
News
Kyoto is celebrating the Kifune Festival, a centuries-old tradition at Kifune Shrine. The event features a procession of a golden Mikoshi (portable shrine) and traditional Bugaku performances, attracting visitors from across Japan.
Business News
Kyoto University is hosting the NT’25 Conference, a major international event on nanoscience and low-dimensional materials. Experts from around the world are gathering to discuss advancements in synthesis, processing, and applications.
Economic News
Japan's economy is showing signs of recovery, with markets rallying and inflation cooling. The GDP outlook has improved, with consumer spending rebounding and forecasters predicting 4% growth in the second quarter.
Political News
Japan's Minister of Economic Revitalization, Ryosei Akazawa, held trade talks with U.S. officials, describing them as "deep" but offering no prediction on an imminent outcome. Discussions focused on economic cooperation and trade policies.
Election News
The Japanese House of Councillors election is scheduled for July 20, 2025, with 124 seats up for grabs. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces challenges after his party lost its majority in the 2024 snap elections, leading to a minority government.
Employment News
Kyoto City has launched the 2025 Kyoto Small Enterprise Human Resource Acquisition and Retention Support Project, aimed at connecting students with local businesses. The initiative includes career development events and networking opportunities.
Business News
The Nikkei 225 closed at 37,834.25, down 0.89%, as geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran drove oil prices higher. Investors remain cautious amid global market volatility.
Forecast
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june 20: Rain showers, 78°F/65°F (26°C/18°C).
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June 26: Cloudy, 80°F/64°F (27°C/18°C).
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June 27: Mild, 82°F/64°F (28°C/18°C).
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June 28: Rain showers, 80°F/65°F (27°C/18°C).
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June 29: Partly cloudy, 81°F/64°F (27°C/18°C).
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June 20: Warm, 82°F/64°F (28°C/18°C).
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June 21: Pleasant, 80°F/65°F (27°C/18°C).
Entertainment News
Kyoto is hosting the Yayoi Kusama Print Works Exhibition at the Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art, showcasing the avant-garde artist’s distinctive polka dot and net pattern prints.
Upcoming Events
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Kifune Festival at Kifune Shrine – june 20.
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Yayoi Kusama Print Works Exhibition at Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art – June 2-7.
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Special Exhibition Commemorating Expo 2025 Osaka at Kyoto National Museum – June 2-15.
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Garakuta-ichi Flea Market at To-ji Temple – June 2.
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Kyoto Takigi Noh at Heian Jingu Shrine – June 2-2.
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Umekoji Handicrafts Market – June 6-7.
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Tauesai Rice Planting Festival at Fushimi Inari Shrine – June 20.
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El Ritmo Vol.10 Salsa Event – June 28.
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Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra Concert at Rohm Theatre Kyoto – June 20.
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Sakanaction Concert at Rohm Theatre Kyoto – June 21.
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