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.
• Transportation: I also ask for 2,000 yen in cash on the day of the tour to cover my travel expenses.
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
Roger K.
“Kyoto with Miyu”
Had a wonderful day exploring with Miyu, recommend for your guide
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Miyu S.
Thank you for joining the tour and giving me a review! I'm looking forward to seeing you again!!
Roger K.
“Osaka - Kyoto ”
Miyu was our tour guide for a afternoon in Osaka then the ffollowing day in kyoto. We found Miyu extremely knowledgeable from local history to navigating Japan's rail system. Would recommend Miyu for next guide.
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Miyu S.
Thank you so much for joining my tour and for taking the time to write such a wonderful review! It was a true pleasure exploring Osaka and Kyoto with you. Please take good care of yourself in this heat, and I hope you have an amazing time at the Nebuta Festival!
Roberta F.
“Very great guide showing all the key places ! ”
Miyu was our guide today and it was a joy to have a local that showed us all the key spots! She also brought us to see great shops where we bought lovely pottery! Great fun.
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Miyu S.
Thank you so much for the lovely message! It was an absolute joy guiding you both today. I’m so thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the local spots and that you love the pottery! They will be a wonderful reminder of your trip. Have a safe and amazing rest of your journey!
$304/ per group
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