Kyoto Moves to Clear Mysterious 'Abandoned Buildings' near Kinkaku-ji

2026-03-17 - 18:20

A large-scale cleanup operation was carried out on March 16th in Kyoto City as authorities moved to address a cluster of dilapidated structures and illegally dumped waste near a residential area close to Kinkakuji, marking the city’s first administrative enforcement action under regulations governing filled land. (News On Japan)