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Sake Tasting Pairing and Cultural Experience in Kyoto
Experience1 hr 30 min

Sake Tasting Pairing and Cultural Experience in Kyoto

This is a great opportunity to learn about sake and Japanese culture. Sake tasting and snacks from various regions of Japan will be served. Guides will provide explanations in English and Japanese, with additional translation equipment for explanations in other languages, so everyone is welcome to participate. During the tasting, you will learn about the different types of sake, how they are made, and how they pair with food. You will also have the opportunity to taste a variety of sake, including Daiginjo, Ginjo, and Junmai sake. The snacks served are carefully selected to complement the sake and enhance the overall taste experience. This experience is a great way to learn about Japanese culture and experience the unique flavors of sake. It is also a great opportunity to meet other sake enthusiasts. This experience will deepen your understanding of sake and add another layer of significance to your trip.

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Kyoto Gion Personalized Japanese Knife and Sharpening WorkshopNew On Viator
Experience1 hr

Kyoto Gion Personalized Japanese Knife and Sharpening Workshop

Turn a Japanese kitchen knife into a one-of-a-kind keepsake created by you. Learn to sharpen with a traditional whetstone, fit the wooden handle and engrave it with your own name. This is more than a workshop or an ordinary souvenir. By discovering the care and skill behind Japanese knife craftsmanship, you become part of the story that helps keep this traditional culture alive for future generations. Take home a personalised knife made to be used and treasured, carrying a small piece of Japan and the memory of creating it with your own hands.

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From$96.95per traveller
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Kyoto Pickup Awaji Island Private Car Day Trip with DriverPrivate Tour
Experience8 hrs

Kyoto Pickup Awaji Island Private Car Day Trip with Driver

Awaji Island is a distinctive day trip for travelers interested in architecture, coastal views, gardens, and quieter scenery outside Kyoto. The route is especially attractive for guests who know Tadao Ando or want a more original Kansai private car experience. Your driver picks you up at your Kyoto hotel and handles the long-distance transportation to Awaji Island and back. Sightseeing is self-guided, and the route is kept focused on northern Awaji for realistic timing. Private vehicle is the most practical way to reach Awaji from Kyoto Good for architecture and design-focused travelers Coastal scenery and island atmosphere Flexible self-guided route More original than standard Osaka/Nara products Comfortable for couples, families, and repeat visitors

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From$565.54per traveller
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Kyoto: Umeshu (Japanese plum wine) Craft & Evening Izakaya TourPrivate Tour
Experience2 hrs

Kyoto: Umeshu (Japanese plum wine) Craft & Evening Izakaya Tour

This experience combines two sides of umeshu that are rarely explored together: crafting and nightlife. Rather than simply tasting “Japanese plum wine,” you begin by creating your own personalized umeshu at CHOYA UME STUDIO Kyoto Sanjo, guided by one of Japan’s most established umeshu producers. You’ll explore the differences between ume and Western plums, sample various ingredients, and design a blend that will mature at home. Then, instead of ending at the workshop, you step into Kyoto’s evening culture. In the lively Kiyamachi area, you’ll experience how umeshu is actually enjoyed by locals—served in different styles, paired with savory dishes, and shared in the relaxed atmosphere of an izakaya. This tour is not just a tasting session or a bar crawl. It connects tradition with modern enjoyment, offering both a handcrafted bottle for the future and a flavorful night out in Kyoto’s vibrant dining scene.

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From$142.84per traveller
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Private Karate Experience in KyotoPrivate Tour
Experience1 hr

Private Karate Experience in Kyoto

Studio Tomi offers basic karate training and exciting performance experiences. Authentic karate uniforms are available for rent at the studio. We begin with basic training by putting on the sleeves of the gi and tightening the obi. After learning about breathing and the spirit of etiquette, a professional trainer will perform a dance. We also have a performance called “Saiwari”. This is done by breaking the board with your bare hands. Since it uses the power of energy to break, even women and children can easily break it. At the end of the experience, we plan to take a commemorative photo wearing the gi. The experience is completely private and limited to one group per lesson, so One of the attractions is that you can participate only with close partners. The trainer who teaches the training has 25 years of experience in karate. He is a talented former kickboxing champion, so participants can enjoy a meaningful karate experience even in a short amount of time.

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From$145.43per traveller
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[Uzumasa] Tea Ceremony Experience and Soba Making ExperiencePrivate Tour
Experience1 hr

[Uzumasa] Tea Ceremony Experience and Soba Making Experience

A 60-minute Chanoyu (tea ceremony) experience led by an instructor associated with the Urasenke school of tea. The experience begins by putting on a Haori jacket and feeling the atmosphere of the tea ceremony through explanations of the tea garden and tea room. Once inside the 4.5-tatami mat tea room, you will observe the instructor's tea-making ceremony (Otemae) while enjoying traditional sweets. Afterward, you will have the opportunity to whisk and enjoy your own Matcha. The tea room features authentic utensils used in formal tea ceremonies, and the instructor will explain the deep meaning behind each one.

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From$127.97per traveller
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Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka city hotelsPrivate Tour
Experience2 hr 5 min

Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka city hotels

Book your Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka city hotels or any address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door-to-door port/city transfer. All Vehicles are fully licensed and insured. Our cars are equipped with all the necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment. • Meeting with a Nameplate • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

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From$216.26per traveller
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Nara Private local Tour with Local Guide and Optional Bungy JumpPrivate Tour
Experience5 hrs

Nara Private local Tour with Local Guide and Optional Bungy Jump

Discover the true spirit of Nara, the birthplace of Japanese Buddhism, on a unique journey designed by local guides who live in and love this historic region. This tour takes you beyond the typical tourist attractions to explore beautiful, historic, and mystical places that many visitors never discover on their own. From ancient temples and sacred sites to hidden gems surrounded by nature, you will experience a side of Nara that most travelers miss. To make the adventure even more memorable, we also offer the optional Kaiun (Good Fortune) Bungee Jump, where you can take an exciting leap while enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and temples. Join us and experience the real Nara through its history, culture, spirituality, and adventure. Let us show you a side of Japan that few visitors ever get to see!

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From$581.70per traveller
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Kyoto Pub Crawl & Bar Hopping Night with Local friend
Experience3 hrs

Kyoto Pub Crawl & Bar Hopping Night with Local friend

Experience a completely different side of Kyoto after dark. Start the night at Kyoto’s unique Muscle Bar, where you can enjoy drinks, energetic muscle performances, and interact with the performers, before heading to BABEL, one of Kyoto’s popular nightclubs. Rather than a typical sightseeing tour, this experience is designed to feel like a fun night out with a local friend. Our friendly English-speaking guide will help you enjoy each venue, meet new people, and experience Kyoto’s nightlife without worrying about where to go or how to get in. * Unique Muscle Bar performance experience * Experience Kyoto’s local nightlife and nightclub scene * Friendly and energetic English-speaking guide * Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups of friends * Discover a side of Kyoto most tourists never experience

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From$29.09per traveller
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From Osaka/Nara : 10H Ancient Temples Private Car TourPrivate Tour
Experience10 hrs

From Osaka/Nara : 10H Ancient Temples Private Car Tour

Discover Nara's ancient temples and quiet mountain scenery on a 10-hour private car tour from an Osaka or Nara city hotel. Visit Yakushiji and Toshodaiji, then continue to flower-lined Hasedera in Sakurai. Enjoy private transport without arranging rural train or bus connections. Default route: Osaka/Nara hotel - Yakushiji - Toshodaiji - lunch break - Hasedera (Nara) - hotel. Muroji may replace Hasedera if requested at least 24 hours before departure; both are not guaranteed together. Max6/Max9 include an English-speaking driver-cum-guide for basic assistance, not licensed guiding or detailed temple commentary. Larger options provide a regular driver only; English is not guaranteed. Admission tickets, meals and overtime are excluded. All driving, waiting, walking, visits, lunch and return travel must fit within 10 hours. Steep temple steps, traffic, parking, seasonal weather and opening hours may require shorter visits or route changes; flowers and foliage cannot be guaranteed.

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From$495.00per traveller
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Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental near Yasaka Shrine - Open until 10 PMNew On Viator
Experience5 hrs

Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental near Yasaka Shrine - Open until 10 PM

Located steps from Yasaka Shrine in the heart of Gion, CASA offers a huge selection of kimono and yukata at an affordable price, with professional dressing by friendly English-speaking staff. We are open until 10 PM, so you can enjoy an evening walk through Gion's lantern-lit streets in kimono - something few shops in Kyoto offer. Optional hair styling with hair accessories is available at the shop for 1,500 yen (included for yukata plans). Walk-ins are welcome. Open every day from 12:00 noon to 10 PM (closed Sundays, open on holidays). In autumn, Kodaiji Temple nearby is illuminated until 10 PM - perfect for a night stroll in kimono.

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From$31.02per traveller
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Kyoto Panorama Hike From Maruyama Park to ShogunzukaPrivate Tour
Experience7 hrs

Kyoto Panorama Hike From Maruyama Park to Shogunzuka

Why not go on a luxurious hiking trip to enjoy Kyoto's culture and nature with all your senses? This tour offers a special experience that combines the natural beauty of Kyoto with the luxury of historical sites. At historical spots such as Yasaka Shrine and Chion-in Temple, you can experience Kyoto's culture and faith, and at Maruyama Park and Higashiyama Summit Park, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the four seasons. In particular, the panoramic view from Shogunzuka Seiryuden, where you can see the entire city of Kyoto, is breathtaking and will leave you with unforgettable memories. Another attraction of this tour is that visitors can and enjoy the serenity of the mountain paths, which will free them from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto and refresh them both physically and mentally. Through the history and local episodes told by the tour guide, you will learn more than just sightseeing.

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From$304.00per traveller
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