About us
Kyoto is a rare city in the world. It is the place of origin of Japanese aesthetic values unique to the country and, at the same time, a still active creator of a new and unique culture, thereby serving as a source of inspiration for people around the world.
Kyoto City is currently in the midst of financial difficulties because it values the harmony between tradition, nature, and urban functions and protects its charm through strict regulations.
It is carrying out preservation activities to overcome such difficulties and preserve Kyoto for future generations. If people all over the world work together with us, Kyoto can survive as a beautiful city for another 100, if not, 1,000 years.
Through this project, we hope to interact and work with you to pass on Kyoto for the World to the next generation.
KYOTO -The Fragility Hidden in Delicate Traditional Beauty-
Kyoto has always been inspiring with its beautiful streetscapes and dedication to preserving traditions and cultural heritage. The city has implemented strict regulations to maintain our individuality, by restraining development that threatens to change the unique charm that Kyoto has preserved for centuries.
This harmony is maintained not only through national subsidies but also with financial support from the local Government. As a result, Kyoto has continued to protect its cherished cityscape, embodying a spirit of coexistence with nature and it's inheritance of traditional culture and harmony with its streets.
For instance, to coexist with the natural environment, the city imposes height restrictions on buildings in the central area. These buildings and outdoor advertisements are expected to be harmonious with the surrounding natural environment and the historical streetscapes.
However, these regulations have led to a decrease in Kyoto's ability to generate tax revenue, creating a financial weakness from the city's perspective.
Due to these challenges, we need your help to maintain Kyoto's allure. We invite you to help us preserve Kyoto, to help restore and build its unique future together. The following projects need your support.
How your donation makes a difference
We in the Kyoto City government will spend your donations mainly for the following efforts to conserve Kyoto and hand it down to the next generation, as well as for improving an environment that enable visitors from all over the world to visit Kyoto safely and securely.
・Create new culture and hand down cultural heritage to future generation
・Facilitate the inheritance and development of traditional industries
・Conserve and hand down beautiful landscapes unique to Kyoto
