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Private Night Photo Shoot in Kyoto After DarkPrivate Tour
Experience1 hr

Private Night Photo Shoot in Kyoto After Dark

Highlights Romantic Night Views of Kyoto The twilight lights, lanterns, and quiet streets create an intimate, cinematic atmosphere. Fewer People After Sunset Once the daytime tourists have left, Kyoto becomes quiet, allowing for a more relaxed photoshoot. Private Experience for Couples and Families Enjoy a completely private photoshoot, capturing your precious moments without any interruptions. Features of This Experience A Concept Emphasizing Time, Not Place Designed to align with the rhythm of Kyoto's nighttime, rather than visiting popular daytime spots. Cinematic Lighting and Atmosphere Nighttime lighting provides a depth and emotion that cannot be replicated during the day. Intimate and Calm Atmosphere Ideal for guests seeking a quiet and more personal experience rather than a hectic sightseeing trip. Perfect for daytime sightseeing This photo shoot is perfect for the evening after dinner or during a leisurely stroll.

Full Kyoto Magical Experience 1 Day TourPrivate Tour
Experience7 hrs

Full Kyoto Magical Experience 1 Day Tour

This is the ultimate tour where you will experience the full essence of Kyoto in 1 day. Go deep into the most beautiful shrines and find how they are unique in the world. Explore the enchanting temples, dream-like Japanese gardens, must-see samurai castle all with the super knowledgeable, expert guide answering all your questions and providing fun, insightful, and unique commentary only shared on this tour. This tour even includes a "foodie tour" with mouthwatering food samplings included from the historic Nishiki Market! This is NOT a "go! go! go!" tour quickly hopping from one spot to the next. Imagine you had a nice friend, who is local to Kyoto, take you around the best spots and share with you the love for Japan. This IS that tour, and this is for those who want to experience the "real" Japan, the "magic" of Kyoto making your precious time in Japan a memorable experience. PRIVATE TOUR Transportation, a combination of public & taxi (included) * Itinerary subject to change

Free cancellation
EARTH & ART: Create Your Own Clay Masterpiece
Experience2 hrs

EARTH & ART: Create Your Own Clay Masterpiece

At Maana, our renovation work has led us to a deep appreciation for Tsuchikabe—a distinctive blend of clay, rice straw, sand, and seaweed, crafted by skilled craftspeople called Sakans. In our workshop, let's discover this traditional craft by creating your own earthen wall art panel, adding a piece of Japan’s heritage to your home in a meaningful way.

Mount Daimonji Hike Includes Temples Shrines & Gardens of KyotoPrivate Tour
Experience8 hrs

Mount Daimonji Hike Includes Temples Shrines & Gardens of Kyoto

As an off the beaten path tour, first we walk along Philosopher's Path to Honen-in Temple. Next, we walk through The Silver Pavilion (Ginkakuji Temple) where we view the Zen Garden. Then, we walk up near the top of Mount Daimonji to see a wide view of Kyoto and the Imperial Palace. Next, we walk along a mountain trail to Nanzeji Temple. Then, we walk to Heian Jingu Shrine which is in the Kyoto Museum District.

5.0(1 reviews)Free cancellation
Kyoto Railway Museum and Keage Incline Historical WalkPrivate Tour
Experience6 hrs

Kyoto Railway Museum and Keage Incline Historical Walk

This tour introduces two railway-related sites that reflect Kyoto’s modernization and transportation history. At the Kyoto Railway Museum, visitors can explore the development of Japan’s railway culture through historic steam locomotives, Shinkansen trains, and interactive exhibits. The museum also offers insight into everyday life and society in different periods of Japanese history. The tour also includes the experience of enjoying an “Ekiben,” a traditional Japanese railway lunch box, inside a train car. Ekiben has long been an important part of train travel culture in Japan and offers a unique way to experience local food and railway traditions together. At the Keage Incline, visitors can walk along a preserved railway slope that once supported Kyoto’s canal transportation system. This historic industrial site played an important role in the city’s modernization and infrastructure development, offering a different perspective on Kyoto beyond temples and shrines.

Free cancellation
Private Transfer Between Osaka Cruise Port and Kyoto HotelsPrivate Tour
Experience1 hr

Private Transfer Between Osaka Cruise Port and Kyoto Hotels

Direct & Private - Enjoy a private transfer between Osaka Cruise Port and Kyoto Hotels with no shared rides, extra stops, or transfers. Flexible Pickup - Choose a departure time that fits your plan, with pick-up and drop-off arranged based on your booking details. Comfortable Ride - Travel in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle with space for passengers and luggage. Reliable Support - We confirm your trip details in advance and provide WhatsApp support for timing, meeting point, terminal, or route questions.

Free cancellation
Kyoto Higashiyama and Temple Walk Guided Walking TourNew On Viator
Experience2 hr 30 min

Kyoto Higashiyama and Temple Walk Guided Walking Tour

Escape the crowds and discover the true heart of Kyoto with our exclusive, early-morning walking tour of Gion. Limited to just 8 participants, this intimate experience guarantees personalized attention from your expert guide. We take you off the beaten path into hidden side streets, uncovering the rich history and architectural secrets of traditional teahouses. From the iconic Ichiriki-tei to the picturesque Tatsumi Bridge, enjoy a captivating, story-driven journey through time. Book now for a peaceful, deeply immersive adventure you simply won’t find in standard guidebooks!

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Decorated Sushi Making Experience in KyotoPrivate Tour
Experience2 hrs

Decorated Sushi Making Experience in Kyoto

Enjoy hospitality in a townhouse that feels like home, and have a special experience that is different from your usual trip.Spend an elegant time and experience a once-in-a-lifetime local exchange. Enjoy the four seasons of Japan in the heart of the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Realize the ultimate “value” to the fullest. Sushi is one of the most famous foods in Japan, and decorative sushi is also an ancient culture. You can even make characters that are very popular in Japan. This sushi produces the same pattern whether it is cut or not.This is a valuable experience that you can only have at our restaurant. Feel the excitement of cutting the sushi after completion. After the meal, please enjoy the matcha (powdered green tea) experience. You will be served matcha tea one by one in the tatami room. We will carefully explain the utensils and how to brew the tea. Please enjoy the view of the garden and Kyoto's fresh sweets with a sense of Kyoto. Please enjoy the hospitality of the proprietress.

Free cancellation
From Kyoto/Osaka : Kansai Classic 4-Day Private TourPrivate Tour
Experience96 hrs

From Kyoto/Osaka : Kansai Classic 4-Day Private Tour

Discover Kansai's highlights over four private days from Kyoto. Visit temples, historic towns, food districts and harbor views by private vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide for basic assistance. Day 1: Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari, then Byodoin and tea streets in Uji. Day 2: Nara Park and Todai-ji, followed by Osaka Castle and Dotonbori. Day 3: Kobe's historic Kitano district, Chinatown and waterfront; Nunobiki Herb Gardens optional. Day 4: Amanohashidate viewpoints and Ine's traditional boathouses, returning to Kyoto. Default pickup and drop-off: Kyoto city hotel. Up to 10 hours per day, including driving and stops. Request changes at least 24 hours ahead; traffic, weather and opening hours may shorten visits. The English-speaking driver-guide is not a licensed guide and does not offer professional guided tours inside attractions. Hotels, tickets and meals are extra. Day 4 KIX drop-off needs advance approval, extra charges and may require fewer stops.

Free cancellation
3 Hour Vegan Walking Tour with Lunch
Experience2 hrs

3 Hour Vegan Walking Tour with Lunch

Discover Kyoto culture through the eyes of a vegan on our private KYOTOVEGAN walking and tasting tour! Includes meals at a delightful vegan restaurant. You will explore the city from a vegan perspective with a knowledgeable local guide. Walking through the city from a vegan viewpoint reveals a world where Kyoto's culture has developed in harmony with nature. Beyond that, the warm interactions within the local community create a truly special and memorable experience. Additionally, this tour is designed for vegans without animal inoculation, offering plant-based food walks and restaurant meals.

5.0(3 reviews)Free cancellation
Mt Koya 2-Day Private Walking Tour from KyotoPrivate Tour
Experience48 hrs

Mt Koya 2-Day Private Walking Tour from Kyoto

This is 2-day tour allowing you to explore Mt. Koya's World Heritage Sites! You will have the chance to visit the World Heritage site of Mt Koya, a pilgrimage route 2 Days trip from Kyoto  Experienced guide with a strong knowledge of Koyasan. Enjoy 1 night at Shukubo.

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