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Half day Kyoto Private Tours

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Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views

Kyoto

4 hours

Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views

Step into the beauty of Arashiyama, Kyoto’s scenic district, with this 4-hour walking tour. Starting from Hankyu Arashiyama Station, you’ll visit the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge, the historic Tenryū‑ji Temple, the enchanting Sagano Bamboo Grove, and the peaceful Adashino Nenbutsu‑ji Temple. Perfect for travelers seeking a mix of culture, nature, and serene strolls away from the main crowds.

Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Shall we explore some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Kyoto while most tourists are preparing for their tour? I would also like to take you some hidden gemes in Kyoto. Beat the crowds!

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

This private half-day tour is fully customized to your interestsーwhether you'd like to visit iconic landmarks, explore charming local neighborhoods, or discover hidden gems known only to residents. Send me a message, and I'll create a personalized itinerary based on your preferences, ensuring a seamless and meaningful experience in a limited time. Perfect for travelers who want an intimate curated introduction to Kyoto's culture, history, and everyday beauty.

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Departing from Kyoto City Subway’s Keage Station, we will pass by Himukai Daijingu Shrine before making our way towards Mt. Daimonjiyama. As we ascend to the mountain's peak, you'll be greeted with panoramic views of Kyoto, stretching as far as Osaka. After descending towards Imadegawa Street, our journey will conclude at a charming local ramen restaurant.

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

The Ultimate Kyoto Tour: Explore Kyoto’s top sights in just a few hours! We’ll visit Kiyomizu-dera, walk through a bamboo grove at Kodaiji, see a 1,000-year-old shrine, enjoy local shopping, and end the tour with Japanese sake in Pontocho Alley — or swap it for a family-friendly option like a market, mall, or animal café. Great for families, couples, and first-time visitors!

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

South part of Kyoto

This tour covers the most popular spots in South Kyoto. We will visit Fushimi Inari Shrine(available to do hiking) and Sanjyu sangendo. I will meet at your hotel lobby. The itinerary can be customized according to your request.

South part of Kyoto

Koto Lesson in Nijo,Kyoto

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.

Koto Lesson in Nijo,Kyoto

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

从您们的宾馆，坐京阪电车。 1首先访问平等院凤凰堂（在宇治车站下车）走着斜看宇治川过约7，8分钟，到平等院凤凰堂。（世界文化遗产） 2然后再坐京阪电车到黄檗山万福寺（在黄檗车站下车）走着去约5分钟到黄檗山万福寺，是日本最早的禅宗寺院（中国由来的）

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

This half-day tour begins at Fushimi Inari Shrine, a sacred site with more than 1,300 years of history, famous for thousands of vermilion torii gates. Next, we will take a train to another district and visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum. Here you will learn how Japan’s iconic drink has been crafted for centuries and enjoy a tasting of several sake varieties. We will wrap up the tour with a leisurely stroll through the lively Otesuji Shopping Arcade.

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

Half-day Kyoto History and Culture Tour

First and foremost, I do not want to provide a typical tour to the standard fair of tourist attractions. As with the majority of visitors to Kyoto, you do not really need a guide to visit such places. Instead, what makes my tour special is that I can show you the unique places of Kyoto with the addition of a historical and cultural background. Lunch at local restaurants, visit temples of the beaten path, go to local shopping arcades for unique products. Enjoy Kyoto without the crowds.

Half-day Kyoto History and Culture Tour

Record the Sounds of Shisendō & Enkōji Temples • Sound Walk

Kyoto rewards those who listen. We wander slowly with professional microphones, recording the tranquil peace of gardens, birds, bamboo and Enkōji’s distinctive water feature. I’ll guide you through easy recording techniques, then edit your takes into a polished 'audio postcard' to keep and share. Curious about pace, group size or timing? Message me and we’ll shape it together.

Record the Sounds of Shisendō & Enkōji Temples • Sound Walk

Off the Tourist Path: Izakaya Dining & Dart Bar Experience

Join me for a fun local night out! We’ll start with delicious yakitori at a cozy izakaya, where you can enjoy grilled skewers, drinks, and the lively atmosphere. After dinner, we’ll head to a darts bar to relax, laugh, and play with locals. This tour is all about good food, friendly people, and feeling like you’re part of the neighborhood — not just a tourist

Off the Tourist Path: Izakaya Dining & Dart Bar Experience

Tea & Traditions of Kyoto – A Cultural Walking Experience

Tea & Traditions of Kyoto is a 4–4.5 hour cultural walking tour. Start at Fushimi Inari Taisha and stroll through the famous vermilion torii gates while learning about Shinto traditions. Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony with matcha and sweets. Explore Gion Shirakawa, a historic geisha district, and end at Nishiki Market, sampling Kyoto’s local foods. A perfect blend of history, culture, and culinary delights in one tour.

Tea & Traditions of Kyoto – A Cultural Walking Experience

The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji

The customized must-see tour of an Serene classical Atmosphere of south of Kyoto .Walk through country riverside path and beautiful garden of Byodoin . Visit Sake Brewery. ( watch and taste making Japanese sake. ) Visit Fushimi Inari shrine.This tour not only visits the photogenic Fushimi Inari and Byodoin Temple, but you will also be able to gain more knowledge of the Inari shrine and the brand name of green tea “Uji Cha”.

The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji

Fully customizable private half day tour in Kyoto

There are so many great places in Kyoto that you probably want to visit but perhaps not enough time. Also, Kyoto is getting very crowded due to a lot of foreigners visiting there. It is best to have a local person guiding you to come up with a plan that suits your preference. I can create a tour with you which includes not only popular places like the Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari but small temples with Wabi Sabi such as those in Sagano and the oldest Japanese sweet shop in Murasakino.

Fully customizable private half day tour in Kyoto

Half-Day Kyoto Private Tour Made Just for You !!

This is a special private tour that can be fully customized to your interests — from UNESCO World Heritage sites to hidden gems loved by locals. I’ll take you to Kyoto’s special spots, sharing local tips and warm hospitality along the way.

Half-Day Kyoto Private Tour Made Just for You !!

Half day customized tour in Kyoto

This is a customized half-day tour that pinpoints the highlights of Kyoto. I will carefully select your favorite spots such as Nijo Castle, Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu Temple, Sanjyusangendo Temple, Arashiyama, Kinkakuji Temple, Ginkakuji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nishiki Market, Gion, etc. and make a travel plan for you.

Half day customized tour in Kyoto

Kyoto Fushimi Sake & Food Tasting Experience

After visiting the renowned Fushimi Inari Shrine, we will explore some of the sake breweries in the Fushimi area, known for its long history of sake brewing in Kyoto. You’ll enjoy exploring the local neighborhood while tasting sake and sampling delicious food.

Kyoto Fushimi Sake & Food Tasting Experience

Kyoto Alley Walking Tour (Half Day)

Kyoto served as a capital city where the Emperor resided between 798 and 1868. The ancient capital city has been designated as a UNESCO cultural heritage. This walking tour gives you a fun time to experience strolling in the backstreets where few tourists visit. You can walk in the famous Geisya quarter including Miyagawacho and Gion, Keninji Zen Temple and Shirakawa riverside.You have a fun walking in the alley in Kyoto. You can encounter Geiko (Geisya) or Maiko if you are lucky.

Kyoto Alley Walking Tour (Half Day)

Half Day Kyoto highlights tour plus optional Maiko dinner

By joining this tour, you can enjoy main 3 sightseeing spots of Kyoto in around 5 hours. After that you have an option to join Maiko dinner which you can enjoy Japanese cuisine and Maiko (apprentice Geisha) traditional performance in around 2 hours. This tour does not include the time for lunch.

Half Day Kyoto highlights tour plus optional Maiko dinner

Kyoto - 5-hour tour of the historic Higashiyama District!

This 5-hour tour is created for those who wish to learn about the historic district of Kyoto but do not have the time to explore in-depth. Everyone is welcome to participate as the tour has a mixture of history, nature, architecture and experiences ( shopping or souvenir browsing, introduction to Japanese sweets and food/drinks, meditative walk).

Kyoto - 5-hour tour of the historic Higashiyama District!

Kyoto Express Half Day Tour

This tour is an express customized half-day tour that will take you to several of the following attractions in Kyoto in a short period of time, tailored to your needs. Please choose 2 or 3 places of your choice. I will pick you up from and drop-off at your hotel or location of your choice. ・Fushimi Inari Shrine ・Arashiyama area (Bamboo forests, Monkey park etc.) ・ kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion) ・Kiyomizu-dera Temple ・Nijyo-jyo Castle ・Nishiki market ・Others

Kyoto Express Half Day Tour

Kyoto Half-Day Cultural Tour

Explore Kyoto’s highlights in just 3-4 hours! I’ll share insights on history, culture, and Japan’s unique traditions throughout the tour! [Note] On Sundays this tour only starts from between 9:00 or 9:30.

Kyoto Half-Day Cultural Tour

More Private Tours in Kyoto

Half day Kyoto Private Tours

Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views

Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Shall we explore some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Kyoto while most tourists are preparing for their tour? I would also like to take you some hidden gemes in Kyoto. Beat the crowds!

Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! *This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! *You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

South part of Kyoto

This tour covers the most popular spots in South Kyoto. We will visit Fushimi Inari Shrine(available to do hiking) and Sanjyu sangendo. I will meet at your hotel lobby. The itinerary can be customized according to your request.

South part of Kyoto

Koto Lesson in Nijo,Kyoto

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.

Koto Lesson in Nijo,Kyoto

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

Half-day Kyoto History and Culture Tour

Half-day Kyoto History and Culture Tour

Record the Sounds of Shisendō & Enkōji Temples • Sound Walk

Record the Sounds of Shisendō & Enkōji Temples • Sound Walk

Off the Tourist Path: Izakaya Dining & Dart Bar Experience

Off the Tourist Path: Izakaya Dining & Dart Bar Experience

Tea & Traditions of Kyoto – A Cultural Walking Experience

Tea & Traditions of Kyoto – A Cultural Walking Experience

The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji

The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji

Fully customizable private half day tour in Kyoto

Fully customizable private half day tour in Kyoto

Half-Day Kyoto Private Tour Made Just for You !!

This is a special private tour that can be fully customized to your interests — from UNESCO World Heritage sites to hidden gems loved by locals. I’ll take you to Kyoto’s special spots, sharing local tips and warm hospitality along the way.

Half-Day Kyoto Private Tour Made Just for You !!

Half day customized tour in Kyoto

Half day customized tour in Kyoto

Kyoto Fushimi Sake & Food Tasting Experience

After visiting the renowned Fushimi Inari Shrine, we will explore some of the sake breweries in the Fushimi area, known for its long history of sake brewing in Kyoto. You’ll enjoy exploring the local neighborhood while tasting sake and sampling delicious food.

Kyoto Fushimi Sake & Food Tasting Experience

Kyoto Alley Walking Tour (Half Day)

Kyoto Alley Walking Tour (Half Day)

Half Day Kyoto highlights tour plus optional Maiko dinner

By joining this tour, you can enjoy main 3 sightseeing spots of Kyoto in around 5 hours. After that you have an option to join Maiko dinner which you can enjoy Japanese cuisine and Maiko (apprentice Geisha) traditional performance in around 2 hours. This tour does not include the time for lunch.

Half Day Kyoto highlights tour plus optional Maiko dinner

Kyoto - 5-hour tour of the historic Higashiyama District!

Kyoto - 5-hour tour of the historic Higashiyama District!

Kyoto Express Half Day Tour

Kyoto Express Half Day Tour

Kyoto Half-Day Cultural Tour

Explore Kyoto’s highlights in just 3-4 hours! I’ll share insights on history, culture, and Japan’s unique traditions throughout the tour! [Note] On Sundays this tour only starts from between 9:00 or 9:30.

Kyoto Half-Day Cultural Tour

More Private Tours in Kyoto

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Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!