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Cultural Tours
2 hours
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$65
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Costume Dress Up Experiences
1–2 hours
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Cooking Classes
1–2 hours
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$194
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4WD Tours
8–10 hours
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Private and Luxury
2–8 hours
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$155
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Private and Luxury
3 hours
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$277
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Private and Luxury
3–4 hours
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Night Tours
3 hours
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Theatre Shows
20 minutes
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$46
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Martial Arts Classes
1 hour
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Rail Tours
5–6 hours
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$157
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Private and Luxury
3 hours
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$99
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Private and Luxury
3 hours
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$145
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Swordsmanship Classes
2 hours
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Theatre Shows
1–2 hours
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Bike Tours
7–8 hours
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Cooking Classes
1–2 hours
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Bike Tours
5–6 hours
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Cooking Classes
3–4 hours
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Half-day Tours
4–5 hours
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Half-day Tours
3 hours
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Private and Luxury
3 hours
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$148
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Private and Luxury
3–4 hours
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$169
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Bike Tours
4 hours
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Cooking Classes
45 minutes
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Rail Tours
6 hours
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Cultural Tours
2 hours
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Craft Classes
2 hours
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Culinary Tours
3 hours
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What travellers are saying
- Sverre O1 contributionWonderful locations and Harry was an excellent guide. The lunch provided was also great. Would recommend to anyone, whether solo or as a group.Written 13 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dee-AnnSydney, Australia125 contributionsOne of our favourite tours in Japan. Yuki did a wonderful job of providing the history and current practices of the Geisha as well as showing us the highlights of the Gion area.Written 6 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ron O8 contributionsThis is a great experience; we learnt a lot about Samurai culture, and had fun learning how to use the traditional Samurai swords. Truly awesome!Written 13 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Debbie MPark City, UT38 contributionsWhat a fun addition to our trip to Kyoto! Before this ramen cooking class we never would have know what goes into making the perfect ramen dish. Sakura led our class. She was entertaining, helpful and the perfect person to lead this cooking class. All of her assistants were wonderful as well. Not only did we the ramen step by step, but it was a delicious lunch. I highly recommend this tour for couples or families!Written 11 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Iris L1 contributionFlexible schedule based on what we wanted to see
Great way to see temples etc and not have to deal with parking or public transportation transfersWritten 13 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Analisa S1 contributionDuring our visit to Kyoto, we chose to do a private walking tour, and it turned out to be the best decision! Our guide, Toshi, was fantastic—his deep knowledge of the city's history and culture really brought the experience to life. He answered all our questions and made sure we enjoyed a perfect balance of cultural insights and historical context as we explored Kyoto. It was the ideal way to wrap up our two-week adventure in Japan. I highly recommend this tour to anyone traveling to Kyoto!Written 13 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sean AMelbourne, Australia1 contributionJosh was amazing and took us to places that we would never have known existed. Great experience and great local cultural information. A must if you come to KyotoWritten 9 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- thewilsonsSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia9 contributionsMichael was a great guide with immense knowledge presented in an easy to digest manner. The bike riding was lots of fun. Plus a bonus recommendation of a wonderful Raman just round the corner.Written 13 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- si_loweyAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates4 contributionsThis was a great way to explore Gion and to learn more about the area. Yuko was wonderful and also shared many recommendations for the rest of our trip.Written 13 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Salley3Nazareth, PA2 contributionsi really enjoyed touring the museum and the dance performance by the maiko. The museum display include kimono, footwear, obi, hair ornaments, musical intruments and many other items used by maiko and geisha. The panels explaining the objects in the museum were easily translated into English using the barcode photo app on the iPhone. The dance was the hilight for me. I love dance and the maiko are so graceful in their hand motions and movement. I would go again.Written 7 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Richard M5 contributionsGood fun, and informative tour. Learned a little about the history and then some dress up, photos and shuriken throwing at the end.Written 12 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KBM741Bangkok, Thailand56 contributionsChihiro, was the most fantastic guide and even answered our questions hours after our tour was over!
If you only have a short time in Kyoto this is a must tour and you will have a fantastic time, please make sure you have the correct footwear because there is quite a bit of walking involved.
Thank you so much Chihiro. ☺️Written 12 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - chrisMelbourne, Australia2 contributionsAyane was amazing. Thank you. We had a delicious lunch and tasted many foods. Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide. GreatWritten 9 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lisa N3 contributionsReally fun experience, learnt a lot about sake. Enjoyed the trying and the information that our guide shared with us. Great afternoon.Written 12 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elissa FSeattle, WA62 contributionsOmg - this was amazing! Seriously, one of the very best things we’ve ever done on any trip (and we travel a lot).
It’s truly an authentic experience. You learn so much. The teachers and staff are so kind and helpful. And it was so much fun - even for an observing parent. Our 2 kids (18 year old female and 11 year old male) loved it. But even the adults there loved it too.
I can’t say enough good things about it.
If you’re thinking about doing it, just decide and do it. You will not regret it.Written 10 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
