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Kyoto Highlights Tours

1 day special customized tour in Kyoto

Kyoto

7 hours

Kyoto has many beautiful places to visit. I especially would like to take you to the most exciting spots in Kyoto in 1 day. Please pick a few of the options from the following sightseeing places and I will take you as many places as possible at a reasonable price.

Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialities

Kyoto

8 hours

This tour covers 3 must-see sites and Nishiki Market. You can experience the most renownd sites such as the Golden Pavilion, the rockGarden at Ryo-an...

My Favorite Golden Route: Kyoto One-day Tour

Kyoto

8 hours

This tour is designed for those who would like to visit major scenic sites in Kyoto and off-the-beaten spots as well in a single day. The route is the one that has been favored and admired by many of my guests for the past few years. The itinerary mainly consists of three areas; Kitayama, Arashiyama and Fushimi areas. You will surely have unforgettable memories through the tour with me.

Half day special customized tour in Kyoto

Kyoto

4 hours

This is a half-day tour for the people who would like to visit Kyoto in a limited time. Please pick one or two sightseeing places from the following list and I will take you there at a reasonable price.

The tour covers 4 must-see sites in Kyoto

Kyoto

8 hours

This tour covers 4 must-see sightseeing spots in Kyoto. Firstly, we visit Fushimi Inari Shrine. If you walk through in the countless Trii-gates in ...

６hour Kyoto exciting private tour

Kyoto

6 hours

概要 You can experience both temples and shrines as well as visit beautiful Japanese bamboo grove and gardens. With my help, you will be able to understand Japanese culture and food. I will take you to these places by public transportation. Such transportation costs about 1000yen for 1 day. It is your own tour. You can stay in the place you like as long as you want to, taking pictures and enjoying

Kaleidoscopic Kyoto w/Photographer+Private Taxi

Kyoto

6 hours

Ancient Artistic Kyoto Highlights Tour! An award-winning/a magazine-cover photographer & an MBA graduate who majored in tourism & hospitality management at Kyoto U will guide you to iconic places+the off-the-beaten tracks to take fantastic pictures. Knowing the city as a local student, an English teacher, and an in-house interpreter at SHIMADZU Corp Group for than fifteen years in total, made me a bonna-fide professional guide in one of the most popular travel destinations around the globe.

FROM$1,435/ per group

Ai A.

4.83 / 5

(30 reviews)

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

Kyoto

8 hours

Kyoto was the ancient capital of Japan from 794 over one thousand years. I would like to introduce you Nijo Castle, Arashiyama bamboo Forest, Kinkakuji Temple, and Fushimi Inari Taisha.

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Kyoto Day Trip Tours

Your most memorable tour in Kyoto

Kyoto

8 hours

Kyoto is an ancient capital that has existed for over 1000 years. There are many shrines and temples, and you can also see traditional Japanese culture such as tea ceremony and flower arrangement. You can also see the beautiful scenery that will take your breath away. Please feel Kyoto, which can be said to be the origin of Japan, with all five senses.

Charming must -see in north west area of Kyoto city

Kyoto

8 hours

This tour covers 4 must-see sightseeing spot . Firstly, we visit the golden pavilion. We go to Arashiyama. We walk through Tenryuji garden and bamboo forest. In the afternoon, we'll visit Nijo castle. (We enjoy watchinga live demostration of Japanese sweet making"with green tea(Mattucha).

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Kyoto

8 hours

This is customized private tour in Kyoto which guests can create easily by selecting any spots from a list of popular tourist destinations. The list consists of 16 tourist destinations (S01-16) that are very popular especially among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection the guide will arrange best itinerary with tour cost and feedback proper offer to the guest for formal booking.

Must see spots in Kyoto and Nara in a day (8 hours)

Kyoto

8 hours

It's a little bit difficult, for the first comers to Japan, to visit popular sightseeing spots in both of Kyoto and Nara. In this tour, you can visit Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, three most popular sightseeing spots in Nara and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine in Kyoto, the most popular sightseeing spot for visitors from abroad, in Kyoto. Deer will wait for you in Nara Park!

Kyoto welcome tour

Kyoto

7 hours

We go to Fushimi Inari shrine from morning. I will guide and take a photo for you. Fushimi Inari is the most popular sightseeing spot in Japan. So no way to skip this spot!!Next, we will go to Kiyomizu dera temple. And also there is Sanneizaka which is traditional slope pass around Kiyomizu district. Then walking around Gion area in the night time!

Nara Golden Route （Todaiji, Kofukuji, Kasuga Shrine）

Kyoto

8 hours

Nara was the Imperial capital of Japan between 710 and 784 A.D. The city has many places of historical interest including Nara Park, Todaiji temple, Kasuga shrine, and Kofukuji Temple. The Great Buddha Hall, the main hall of the Todaiji Temple, is one of the largest wooden structures in the world and the seated figure inside is the world's largest bronze image of Buddha.

Day Trip to Hiroshima, Kurashiki, Himeji from Kyoto or Osaka

Kyoto

10 hours 30 min

This is basically a custom tour. You may go around various popular sightseeing spots. Itsukushima Shrine and Atomic Bomb Dome are main destinations in this tour. You can also enjoy eating Hiroshima food speciality.　

The Fascination of Uji & Fushimi

Kyoto

8 hours

This tour is designed for Kyoto repeaters who would like to explore southern areas of Kyoto rich in historic and scenic sites. Uji is famous for the production of high-quality tea and Byodo-in Temple, a World Heritage site. Fushimi well-known for the production of Japanese sake was a battle ground before the Meiji Restoration ( 1868 ) between pro and anti Tokugawa Shogunate troops.

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Kyoto Nature & Outdoor Tours

One Day Tour with the Magnificent View in Saga Arashiyama

Kyoto

8 hours

Saga Arashiyama is located in the northwest of Kyoto city, which was an ancient capital of Japan. It is famous for its scenic beauty. There are many picturesque places such as bamboo groves, mountain ranges, bridges, rivers, historical temples and shrines , scenic trains, and a 'Kimono Forest'. On this tour we will walk down the mountainside, visit some peaceful temples, see the beautiful bamboo groves and attractive gifts (pottery, cocoon dolls, handmade bamboo products) there.

Be a Monkey Experience

Kyoto

5 hours

Tired of big cities and historic sites? Then how about surrounding yourself with wild monkeys in a beautiful mountain? In this monkey mountain, you can enjoy monkeys right beside you with no cages!! They would casually walk right by you. It takes about 15-20min. walking to get to the top of the mountain, where you can feed monkeys and enjoy the breathtaking view. There's no place like Monkey Mountain on Earth!! Beside the mountain, you can enjoy the famous Bamboo Forest and Togetsu Bridge!

Arashiyama Sagano Bamboo Forest

Kyoto

8 hours

I from Arashiyama to Sagano, one of the finest spots in Kyoto. In particular the view form Togetsukyo Bridge crossing over Katsura River is very impressive. Arashiyama is 382 meters above sea level and is populary known for cherry blossoms in spring and beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves in autumn. You can enjoy walking through bamboo forests about 500 meters. They give us a sense of coolness, especially on May and June they grow lushly.　

Cherry Blossom Viewing Walking Tour

Kyoto

7 hours

The tour starts at JR Kyoto Station at 9 AM. You will go to Demachi Yanagi Station by JR Nara Line and Keihan Line. From there you will begin walking. The main tourist attractions of this tour are Ginkaku-ji Temple ( the Silver Pavilion ), the Philosopher's Path, Nanzen-ji Temple, Heian Jingu Shrine Garden and Maruyama Park. The tour ends at Gion Shijo Station of Keihan Line.

Kyoto Mt. Daimonji Hiking Tour -Bishamondo to Nanzenji -

Kyoto

6 hours

Aren't you tired of busy sightseeing spots a little bit? Don't you want to move your body, and enjoy workout on the mountain path with calm historical sites? . I recommend this trekking tour. This tour involves hiking from Yamashina Bishamondo temple to Ginkakuji Silver Pavillion via Higashiyama trekking route and Mt. Daimonji with its panoramic view.

Arashiyama Best Spot for Cherry Blossoms and Autumn Leaves

Kyoto

8 hours

Kyoto was the ancient capital of Japan from 794 over one thousand years. I would like to introduce you Arashiyama, Ninnaji Temple , Hirano Shrine and...

Konchi-in and Tenju-an---beautiful gardens

Kyoto

3 hours

Konchi-in Temple is one of the subordinte temples of Nanzen-ji Temple, which is the head temple of the Nanzen-ji branch of Rinzai Sect of Zen Buddhism...

Autumn Tints Tour along Higashiyama Area with Extra Garden

Kyoto

5 hours

It is a time to enjoy the Autumn leaves. Let's visit Nanzenji Temple, Eikando Temple, Ginkakuji Temple and garden along the Philosopher's Path and realize the colour combination of Japanese Maple Tints, from green, Yellow, Orange, Red to dark colour.

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Kyoto Unique Experience Tours

Your very own Kyoto Tour!

Kyoto

7 hours 30 min

This tour is the one and only for you. Kyoto was an ancient capital of Japan for over 1200 years. Embedded in centuries of history and culture, it offers too much to see in one visit. Here the ancient world is integrated with the modern. The phenomenal concentration of history and legend coexists with an equally phenomenal concentration of people busily going about their everyday life. Please tell me your interest, and I will make an itinerary exclusively for you!

Koto Lesson in Nijo,Kyoto

Kyoto

1 hour 30 min

Let's learn Japanese instrument Koto at cozy Kyo-machiya house! Koto, Japanese traditional instrument, seems difficult to play and try for beginners. However, at Soushunan, the lesson by the professional instructor enables you to play one song in 80min.

Nishiki Market & Gion District including Yasaka

Kyoto

4 hours

Let's walk around Nishiki Market and Gion District, including Yasaka Shrine & Kenninji Temple. Nishiki Market is 6 block long and offers you dellcious food in Kyto, and at Gion District,you realize traditional wooden houses of Geisha houses, restaurants. Yasaka is Guardian Shrine of Gion and Kenninji temple offers several beautiful gardens and cultural assets.

Japanese Home Cooking experience with Keiko

Kyoto

2 hours 30 min

Keiko, a cooking instructor can provide Japanese home cooking lesson at Keiko's real Japanese home kitchen or a rental kitchen.I offer various menu from which you can please choose. Those ranges from Kawaii (cute)Bento Box , Sushi-making, to seasonal cooking, which are listed in the Itiniary process.

KYOTO - Calligraphy Workshop & Half-day Kyoto Tour

Kyoto

6 hours

This is a introductory calligraphy lesson and 4 hour tour. If you are with small kids, expecting to have a hands-on experience with a local, please feel free to contact me!

Let's enjoy early morning Kyoto and maiko experience

Kyoto

6 hours

Kyoto is one of the most popular places to visit, but so crowded. If you want to enjoy quiet Kyoto, I recommend you visit there early morning. In this tour, you can enjoy bamboo grove, morning coffee at a Japanese style coffee shop and beautiful river and mountains scenery from a wooden bridge. After that, why don't you try 'washoku', or Japanese cuisine and maiko, or cute apprentice geisha's dancing? My special early morning tour will give you wonderful and unforgettable memories in Japan!!

Your very own Kyoto Tour! (Nov.15th - Nov.30th)

Kyoto

7 hours 30 min

This tour is the one and only for you. Kyoto was an ancient capital of Japan for over 1200 years. Embedded in centuries of history and culture, it offers too much to see in one visit. Here the ancient world is integrated with the modern. The phenomenal concentration of history and legend coexists with an equally phenomenal concentration of people busily going about their everyday life. Please tell me your interest, and I will make an itinerary exclusively for you!

Kyoto Retro Experience: Samurais, Festivals, Games & Tempura

Kyoto

6 hours

In this tour, you can experience Japan's retro culture at particularly exciting spots. We tour around Kyoto's bustling districts such as Karasuma and Gion. We, the team (tourism experts in our 20s and 30s), promise to offer a unique and special tour experience that you won't find anywhere else in Kyoto.

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Kyoto Art, Culture, & Historical Tours

Katsura Imperial Villa and Fushimi Inari

Kyoto

4 hours

Katsura Imperial Villa is too beautiful to express! In the early Edo period, Prince Toshihito, who excelled in both literature and the martial art from childhood, built the Villa. That is both tasteful and simple. We need to apply for the Imperial Household Agency to get in. I will apply for you by postcard. It takes an hour to see the villa by the special guide of the villa. The fee is free.

Kyoto Arashiyama tour of traditional and entertainment spots

Kyoto

8 hours

This tour include Arashiyama one of the time-honored travel destinations located on the western outskirs of Kyoto, offering a breathtaking panorama of serene Mt.Arashiyama, Togetsukyo and featuring wide variety of tourist attractions ranging from Tenryu-ji Temple, spectacular bamboo groves ,Mt. Iwata Monkey Park to Arashiyama town strolling, shopping and most consumed local sweets tasting.

Exploring Six Scenic Spots with Sushi

Kyoto

6 hours 30 min

On this tour, you'll be able to see, hear, and taste the culture of Kyoto at some especially exciting spots. We will explore the three major areas of Kyoto: Kitayama, Higashiyama, and Gion. We, the team (tourism experts in our 20s and 30s), promise to offer a unique and special tour experience that you won't find anywhere else in Kyoto.

NijyoCastle, time slip to Edo period

Kyoto

2 hours

The castle is located in the center of Kyoto city and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. It was originally built in 1603 as the offic...

Extra Day in Kyoto: Explore Ancient Capital

Kyoto

2 hours 30 min

This tour visits Kyoto Heian Capital museum to see the elaborate display of Heian Capital replica around 8th to 12th century including relics around the museum. You will slip back to ancient Kyoto with a detailed display including virtual 3D. All of them are explained in English by me. (Option) Visit the relic of wall which was surrounding Kyoto Capital called Odoi. This is another important relic in Kyoto history. Recommended to the history lovers or time travel lovers !

Visiting temples and tea ceremony experience in East Kyoto

Kyoto

6 hours

This tour is based on 'A Wonderful Half Day in Kyoto (East Kyoto). You can visit Sanjyusangendo Temple, Kiyomizudera Temple and Kenninji Temple. You can also enjoy tea ceremony experience.

One day tour in Kyoto (Higashiyama area)

Kyoto

7 hours

Tour will visit several places in Higashiyama area (east part of Kyoto) including World Heritage sites. As Kyoto is normally crowded, It is strongly recommended to uae a chartered taxi, in order to effectively use the customers' valuable time in Kyoto.

Free Time in Kyoto for 4hours (2 spots)

Kyoto

4 hours

Please select 2 Beautiful Scenic Spots by your favorate , out of Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji-Temple, Jojakkouji Temple, Golden Pavillion( Kinkakuji), Fushimi Inari Shrine, Emperor Palace, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu Temple, Nannzenji Temple, Chioin Temple, Nishiki Market (Fish Market), Gion District, Toji Temple and so on And please appreciate Temple, Shrine and Kyoto Culture and feel the atmosphere of Kyoto.

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Kyoto Off the Beaten Path Tours

Kyoto Westside Story : Walk Samurai Roads with History Guide

Kyoto

8 hours

300 years ago, many tourists enjoyed sightseeing in Kyoto with a guidebook in their hands. Today, Kyoto is still busy with people having an iPhone in their hands. In the midst of globalization, however, Kyoto didn't abandon its cultural identity. Its attitude appealed to people from home and abroad. David Bowie meditated in a zen garden, making the song "Crystal". Chaplin enjoyed watching maiko dancing performances 100 years ago. Don't you want to discover your Kyoto here?

[Ichijou street] Hanging around east-west street in Kyoto

Kyoto

5 hours

There are many old streets in old capital Kyoto area. I design a walking tour set of 31 streets.You can see the true Kyoto in this tour which is not in tourism like 30 years ago.In some streets, You could see traditional dying shops for Yuzen which is a traditional dyeing Kimono method of Kyoto.You can visit some of the shops and I will interpret between the shop owner and you.

Kyoto Hiking tour Fushimi Inari to sanjusangen-do

Kyoto

5 hours

Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for many torii gates like an orange tunnel. But most tourists just visit only the entrance. I would like to show you the deep inside of Fushimi Inari Shrine through tunnel and take you to the top of mountain. From Inari mountain, we will walk a part of “Higashiyama trail” hiking course, then we will visit the family temple of imperial house and Sanjusangen-do temple.

Fushimi & Uji memorable full day tour from central Kyoto

Kyoto

7 hours

This tour takes you to the two areas, Fushimi and Uji. Both are a little away from central Kyoto and have the specific atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable away from hustle & bustle in central Kyoto.

[Anekouji street] Hanging around east-west street in Kyoto

Kyoto

5 hours

There are many old streets in old capital Kyoto area. I design a walking tour set of 31 streets.You can see the true Kyoto in this tour which is not in current tourism. It is like Kyoto 30 years ago.In some streets, You could see traditional dying shops for Yuzen which is a traditional dyeing method of Kyoto.You can visit some of the shops and I will interpret between the shop owner and you.

[Matubara street] Hanging around east-west street in Kyoto

Kyoto

5 hours

There are many old streets in old capital Kyoto area. I design a walking tour set of 31 streets.You can see the true Kyoto in this tour which is not in current tourism. It is like Kyoto of 30 years ago.In some streets, You could see traditional dying shops for Yuzen which is a traditional dyeing method of Kyoto.You can visit some of the shops and I will interpret between the shop owner and you.

Descending Arashiyama (Kyoto Full-Day)

Kyoto

8 hours

Most visitors head out to Kyoto simply to see the bamboo forest. Little do they know they are missing many of the best parts of this wonderful village! Join me on a full-day adventure off-the-beaten path and away from the crowds filled with magical sites, great food, traditional shops and lots of nature.

FROM$430/ per group

Andrew W.

The Path Less Traveled (Kyoto Full-Day)

Kyoto

8 hours

Everyone who comes to Kyoto visits the same old sites. They are noisy, crowded, and very touristic. But in a town whose history spans over 1, 300 years, there are far more than just the "Top 10" that are worth visiting! Quiet Zen gardens, antique browsing, a traditional lunch, sweets, an art museum and 1,001 Golden Buddha statues. This tour will introduce you to a world far away from the busy tourist sites where we will spend peaceful moments getting to know the true nature of Kyoto.

FROM$430/ per group

Andrew W.

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Kyoto Food & Drink Tours

One day tour From Gion to the Nishiki Market

Kyoto

5 hours

Kyoto is an ancient city, which used to like be the capital of Japan for 1000 years. There are about 1600 temples and 400 shrines and beautiful garden...

Japanese foods introduction tour

Kyoto

3 hours

I can show you Japanese traditional food and local food at Nishiki market and downtown after hearing your preference. Let's explore Kyoto foods together!!

KYOTO - A Tailor-Made dining experience for you

Kyoto

3 hours

Japan has a very unique cooking style and set of table manners. Learn about the food culture and culinary history of Japan and visit local restaurants in Kyoto which offers a rich and diverse culinary tradition.

Let's enjoy "yuba" cuisine and Toji Temple!

Kyoto

7 hours

Do you know "yuba"? It is very healthy Japanese food. Yuba is soy milk skin and you can taste "yuba kaiseki" at an old yuba restaurant. After enjoying the healthy cuisine, you can also enjoy watching the yuba factory!! Near the restaurant, there is an old temple, Toji and its branch temple, Kanchiin Temple. I'm sure you will have a wonderful and rare experience in Kyoto!!

Appreciate 3 special spots of Food and Sweets

Kyoto

6 hours

Would you appreciate 3 kinds of Kyoto fantastic food and fashionable Sweets ? We will offer you 10 selected restaurants or sweets shops, which are originated in Kyoto. Because Kyoto had been a capital of Japan for 1000 years Some shops have history of furnishing their goods to emperor family from 400 years ago, You may be in touch with old Japanese culture by joining this tour. You can taste 3 kinds specialities out of 10, with town walking.

Kyoto Gourmet Tour Just in Half a Day

Kyoto

5 hours

After making a visit to some famous religious monuments in Kyoto, see various restaurants and food shops to look into the daily life in Japan. The visiting places also include Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yasaka Shrine, and other annexed religious sites.

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Kyoto Nightlife Tours

Kyoto Night Walking Tour

Kyoto

1 hour 30 min

Would you stroll Gion, Kiyamachi, Ponto-cho, Shirakawa,Yasaka Shrine with me, which are Kyoto entertainment areas ? Old wooden houses and narrow alleys such as old townscape exist as they are. Some areas are lighted up and many poeples will gather there after 18:00pm Please feel the night enthusiasm, today.

Kiyomizu temple and Gion night guided tour - Kyoto

Kyoto

3 hours

This tour explores the famous Kiyomizu-dera temple along with the neighboring Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka paths and the historic Gion area, including visits to Yasaka shrine,Maruyama park and Hanamikoji street for Gieko and Maiko spotting.

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Kyoto Shopping Tours

Exclusive tour for handmade-lovers and Ginkakuji Temple

Kyoto

6 hours

There are many flea markets held in Kyoto on only one day in every month. In this tour, first, we will visit Ginkakuji Temple, and then, another temple where the famous handmade flea market is held. If you are interested in handmade, you will surely have a lot of fun! Only held on the 15th day of every month.

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