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Kyoto Japanese Calligraphy Workshop
Experience1 hr 30 min

Kyoto Japanese Calligraphy Workshop

This calligraphy workshop takes place in a peaceful location surrounded by the Takase and Kamo rivers in Kyoto, allowing you to enjoy a great time while immersing yourself in the beauty of calligraphy. With a small group setting, each participant will receive personalized instruction, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable and relaxed while learning. The instructor will guide you step by step, teaching you the correct brush strokes to create beautiful Kanji characters. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to watch a demonstration by the professional calligraphy instructor up close and experience her brush techniques firsthand. At the end of the workshop, participants who wish to may also have the opportunity to purchase the instructor's artwork. You will leave with your own unique calligraphy piece, feeling a sense of accomplishment and taking home a personal memento of your experience.

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From$32.12per traveller
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Kamo River’s Timeless Tales: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in KyotoPrivate Tour
Experience1 hr 15 min

Kamo River’s Timeless Tales: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Kyoto

Japan’s ancient capital echoes with the footsteps of the samurai, geisha, and kabuki performers who walked these cobblestone streets centuries ago. On this walking tour of Kyoto, you’ll stroll along the Kamo River to hear about the heart-stopping events that happened on its shores. Starting at the historic Shijo Bridge, which has watched over Japan’s ancient capital since the Shogun era, you’ll discover how bridges evolved from footpaths to modern transport routes. You’ll hear tales of intrigue from the Gion District’s teahouses, including a famous Winter revenge plot. As you make your way along the river and back towards the tour’s starting point, you’ll follow in the footsteps of pilgrims who walked from Edo (now Tokyo) to Kyoto, bringing rice crackers with them. You’ll also walk along the famous Shijo street toward Yasaka Jinga, where the pilgrims would end their 12-day journey. By the end of this tour, you’ll have enriched your knowledge of Kyoto’s history.

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From$19.99per traveller
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Private Rental of a Historic Machiya with Tea Rooms for 2 HoursPrivate Tour
Experience2 hrs

Private Rental of a Historic Machiya with Tea Rooms for 2 Hours

Enjoy a private two-hour rental of a Kyoto City-designated Important Kyo-Machiya, featuring authentic tea rooms and a tranquil Japanese garden near Fushimi Inari. When making your reservation, please let us know your preferred time in the message field. Guests may freely choose and wear traditional haori jackets, explore the historic machiya, and see and handle a variety of traditional tea utensils. Rare tea room features—including a nijiriguchi entrance, hanging kettle, stone tea mills, tea jars, and a traditional mizuya preparation area—can also be viewed up close. Traditional Kyoto cuisine catering can be arranged for lunch or dinner, allowing you to enjoy a private meal in the atmospheric Japanese rooms while admiring the beautiful garden.

5.0(1 reviews)Free cancellation
From$36.35per traveller
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Memories in Scent: Kyoto Handmade Incense CraftingPrivate Tour
Experience1 hr 30 min

Memories in Scent: Kyoto Handmade Incense Crafting

Discover the art of incense making in Kyoto, just 10 minutes from Kinkakuji Temple. Blend natural ingredients like sandalwood and cinnamon, choose colors, and mold your incense into seasonal Japanese shapes such as cherry blossoms or maple leaves. Take home your one-of-a-kind creation as a souvenir or gift. English-friendly and perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers seeking a calm and creative cultural experience.

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From$38.54per traveller
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[Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple] 3-minute walk to Kimono planPrivate Tour
Experience45 min

[Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple] 3-minute walk to Kimono plan

浴衣(着物)で京都の町並みを散策、バスや電車での移動も出来て家族・友人・カップル、またグループでもお申込みいただけますので色々なシーンで体験出来ます。 9時30分からレンタル可能で17時までに返却すれば一日中お楽しみいただけますので京都旅行で是非とも体験ください。

5.0(1 reviews)Free cancellation
From$28.26per traveller
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Specializing in custom-made fragrances from KyotoPrivate Tour
Experience30 min

Specializing in custom-made fragrances from Kyoto

Our Fragrance Advisors will give you exclusive advice. First, you choose a fragrance based on your intuition, and then we ask you about your preferences, such as the type of fragrance and the amount of the fragrance to be mixed. We will give you advice one by one and help you to create your one-of-a-kind fragrance. Based on the know-how and techniques we have accumulated through mixing fragrances for tens of thousands of customers, we will advise you on the fragrance of your choice. We listen carefully to your image and work with you to create a fragrance that will bring a smile to your face.

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From$51.39per traveller
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Kyoto Half Day Small Group TourNew On Viator
Experience5 hr 15 min

Kyoto Half Day Small Group Tour

Begin your morning with the Best of Kyoto Half-Day Small Group Tour and explore the city’s most famous sights. Start at the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, where tall bamboo stalks create a memorable setting for photos. Next, head to the Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Golden Pavilion, and take in its historic architecture and serene gardens. End your tour at Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and walk along the winding paths lined with thousands of red torii gates. Travel with a small group and an expert guide for a personal experience of Kyoto’s highlights. Pick-up is available from Osaka or Kyoto, with a convenient drop-off in Kyoto. Enjoy a morning immersed in the city’s history, culture, and natural beauty.

5.0(1 reviews)Free cancellation
From$69.00per traveller
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Authentic Kyoto Guided Tour With A History and Culture ExpertPrivate Tour
Experience7 hr 30 min

Authentic Kyoto Guided Tour With A History and Culture Expert

I am not only a licensed guide with over a decade of experience guiding more than 1,000 private tours across Kyoto, Nara, and western Japan—I am also the author of "The Hidden Language of Beauty: A Journey through Western and Japanese Ways of Seeing." Kindle amazon My tours go beyond explaining temples and shrines. Together, we explore the deeper ideas that shaped Kyoto: why Japanese gardens feel so peaceful, how architecture creates harmony with nature, why simplicity can be more powerful than decoration, and how Japanese aesthetics differ from those of the West. Rather than rushing from one famous attraction to another, I invite you to slow down and experience Kyoto through stories, history, art, and quiet observation. You'll discover not only the city's iconic landmarks but also hidden places that many visitors never find. My goal is simple: by the end of the day, you won't just have seen Kyoto—you'll understand it in a completely new way of seeing.

5.0(1 reviews)Free cancellation
From$366.16per traveller
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Katana Shopping with Professional Guidance in KyotoPrivate Tour
Experience1 hr

Katana Shopping with Professional Guidance in Kyoto

Unlike typical sword shops, this shopping experience offers direct access to a dojo where real Kenjutsu is practiced and taught. You’ll be guided by a martial arts expert and assisted by Let's ask Shogo, a popular YouTuber with over 1.8 million followers and 10+ years of Iai (katana budo) experience. The katana you’ll see are hand-selected by a master—some crafted over 600 years ago. Whether you’re a collector, martial artist, or simply fascinated by samurai culture, this is a rare chance to discover a katana with true soul and history. Upon confirmation of your booking, we will send you crucial details about the experience. A reply is strictly required. *This experience is strictly intended for those who are seriously considering purchasing a Japanese katana. Please do not book a session if your only purpose is to meet Shogo or simply to look at katanas.

5.0(19 reviews)Free cancellation
From$64.24per traveller
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Kyoto Tour from Osaka: Kinkaku-ji Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Uji
Experience9 hrs

Kyoto Tour from Osaka: Kinkaku-ji Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari & Uji

Join the unforgettable ONTABI Kyoto Uji Tour and experience the timeless beauty of Kyoto and the charming tea town of Uji in one perfectly curated day. Begin your journey at the iconic Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), where the shimmering gold-leaf exterior reflects beautifully over the surrounding pond. Continue to the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, walking beneath towering bamboo stalks in one of Japan’s most photographed landscapes. Next, visit the mystical Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates winding through the sacred mountain paths — a truly spiritual and unforgettable sight. Your adventure then leads to Uji, the birthplace of premium Japanese matcha. Explore the historic Byodo-in, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its elegant Phoenix Hall and stunning Heian-period architecture.

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From$130.00per traveller
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Sashimi Course with a ChefPrivate Tour
Experience3 hrs

Sashimi Course with a Chef

We invite you to learn and explore sashimi preparation techniques. Our guest chef will guide you through each step of the process, allowing you to personally handle the fish provided during this immersive experience. You will be responsible for the complete preparation. Our aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of these cooking techniques, which you can replicate in your own kitchen. This is a hands-on experience, and your chef-guide will be there to assist and accompany you throughout the workshop. You'll conclude the course by savoring your own sashimi alongside rice and freshly ground wasabi.

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From$334.04per traveller
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Kyoto International Party Solo Friendly Expats and Locals
Experience2 hr 30 min

Kyoto International Party Solo Friendly Expats and Locals

Step into the Kyoto International Party and enjoy a vibrant, standing-style event at a stylish bar in the heart of Kyoto. From the reception at 18:00, solo travelers, expats, and locals gather to introduce themselves and mingle freely. Guests move around the venue, chatting with English-speaking locals, fellow travelers, and foreign residents living in Japan, making it easy to meet new friends. Engaging icebreaker games create laughter and help break the ice, while conversations flow naturally in both English and Japanese. Enjoy local craft beers and light snacks as you share travel stories, learn about Kyoto’s culture, and discover hidden spots. A friendly host captures memorable moments with photos, ensuring every guest leaves with lasting memories of a lively, interactive, and social evening.

4.8(112 reviews)Free cancellation
From$75.00per traveller
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