Kyoto Like a Local: 6-Hour Custom Tour & Food Night
Want to experience the best of Kyoto from day to night? Starting at 3:00 PM , this 6-hour tour is 100% customizable! We’ll spend the afternoon exploring breathtaking shrines and temples during the most beautiful golden hours. As the sun sets, we’ll dive into a hidden world of Kyoto’s nightlife—hopping through cozy, local izakayas that most tourists never find. Tell me your dream spots, and let's create an unforgettable evening!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Pick you up at your hotel
- Tell me your hotel
Gion area
Gion: Historical Geisha District & Shrines
Explore Gion, Kyoto’s famous historical area! Discover stunning temples, spot a Geisha if we're lucky, and enjoy shopping for local souvenirs. It's the perfect mix of culture and shopping!
Night foodie tour
Let’s hang out at a hidden drinking alley that most tourists completely miss! We'll grab some drinks and have an amazing time together!
Ending Point
I will tell you how to go back to your hotel.
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
English Guide
Making itinerary
Lunch: Around 2,000 JPY
Dinner: Around 6,000 JPY
Guide's Meals: I kindly ask that you cover the cost of my meals when we eat together during the tour.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Miyu S.
I'm Miyu. I'm from Osaka.
I studied abroad US for 4 months.
I'm working as a tour guide in Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara for 4years.
If you are with kids, old people no problem.
My youngest guest is 0 years old. My oldest guest is over 90years old.
If you wanna change your plan during the tour.
No problem!
This is a private tour. I can change the destinations whenever you want.
I like history, anime, and games.
I like to see many people from all over the world.
Reviews
Martand N.
“Family friendly guide ”
Miyu s is a very family friendly and knowledgeable guide. Moving around in train was very easy and fast. She also knows good places to have authentic sushi. It was a fun one day trip around Osaka for our family
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Miyu S.
Thank you for the lovely review! It was such a pleasure guiding your family around Osaka. Let me know the next time you're in Japan—I'd love to show you around again!
Sonali M.
“Nara visit”
Miyu was pleasant and helpful . She gave enough explanation during the tour
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Miyu S.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found the insights helpful. It was a pleasure having you, and I wish you a safe and amazing journey ahead!
Jeff P.
“Kyoto Tour + Nintendo!”
Despite being rained on for our day trip to Kyoto, Miyu showed us a lot of very interesting things, especially about the Nintendo company there. Her Nintendo knowledge is unparalleled, and was able to show us a bunch of different interesting places. She also had some good recommendations for food while we were there. The day ended at the Nintendo Museum where we learned quite a bit about the history. A very fun day!
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Miyu S.
I'm happy to hear that! I'm a big Nintendo fan too! I hope you enjoy playing the Hanafuda (traditional Japanese playing cards).
$297/ per group
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