Experience Kyoto Katsura River boat Adventure in Arashiyama
Explore the serene beauty of Arashiyama on this captivating day tour, featuring visits to unique temples and a scenic bamboo grove. Discover the whimsical stone figures at Otagi Nenbutsu-ji, contemplate the memorial stones at Adashino Nenbutsu-ji, and stroll along the historic Saga-Toriimoto Street. Experience tranquility at the UNESCO-listed Tenryū-ji Temple before immersing yourself in the enchanting bamboo forest. Conclude your day with a private river cruise on the Katsura River, hosted by a former maiko who shares Kyoto's rich cultural heritage through music and storytelling.
- Visit iconic sites including Otagi Nenbutsu-ji and Tenryū-ji Temple
- Enjoy a private boat cruise on the Katsura River with a former maiko
- Stroll through Arashiyama's famous bamboo grove and preserved streets
- Experience local culture and history in a small group setting
This tour requires an easy level of fitness. We use buses and boats, so unfortunately it is not wheelchair accessible at this time.
Kyoto: Arashiyama Backstreet & Hidden Temple Guided Tour
Get away from the tourist crowds in the center of Arashiyama and admire the true beauty of the area. Meet your guide in front of the ticket gate of Saga Arashiyama station and head to the iconic Togetsu Bridge.
Admire the bridge and then head to the observatory of Arashiyama Park. Take a picture in front of the bamboo forest and then head to Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple with a collection of 1200 unique and whimsical statues.
Continue to Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple with 8,000 stone images and pagodas. On the way to Seiryoji Temple, go through the streets of Saga Toriimoto. Admire the street view filled with traditional Japanese houses and visit some local shops including a cocoon dolls shop and Washi paper shop.
Along the way, learn the history of Okusaga and Arashiyama from your guide. Finally, finish your tour at Saga Arashiyama station.
Private Custumized Walking Tour with a Local Guide
This is a fully personalized experience crafted just for you. Whether you're interested in Kyoto's iconic landmarks, hidden backstreets, local markets, cafe hopping, or even need shopping assistance, we will design an itinerary that reflects your interests and travel style. Simply share your requests!
As a local guide, I will provide insider stories, cultural insights, and tips you won’t find in any guidebook.
Note: The iternaly is flexible. Destinations may vary depending on your start time, walking pace, and personal preferences. Remember, this is a fully tailored tour, so we will discuss your interests and plan the perfect itinerary together before the tour begins. We will reach you out via WhatsApp.
Sushi Making Experience Luxury Course in Kyoto
1. Authentic Experience
Unlike standard sushi classes, this experience covers every step, from preparing rice to crafting perfect nigiri. You’ll use authentic tools and techniques under the guidance of skilled instructors.
2. Cultural Insight
Learn not only how to make sushi but also its cultural significance in Japan. It’s more than a cooking class—it’s an exploration of tradition.
3. Personalized Instruction
With small group sizes, you’ll receive guidance tailored to your skill level, whether you’re a beginner or experienced.
4. Hands-On Fun
Grate fresh wasabi, slice sushi-grade fish, and assemble sushi in an engaging, interactive environment.
5. Graduation Ceremony
Celebrate your achievements with a fun graduation ceremony and a certificate of completion.
6. Take-Home Skills
Learn techniques and recipes to make sushi at home, impressing friends and family.
7. Unique Setting
Held in the heart of Japan, this class offers an unforgettable cultural experience.
Kyoto Night Photography Photoshoot
There is many places and hidden places you will not know if you traveled alone. There is old buildings, alley with izakayas and many more.
Private Fushimi Red Gates & Secret Bamboo Mountain Trekking Tour
Fushimi Inari Shrine's iconic Thousand Torii (Red Gate) paths have welcomed millions of visitors over the years and has consistently been one of the top sites in Kyoto. But did you know that the Inari Mountain where the shrine stands actually has around ten thousand torii gates, and even a secret bamboo forest?
Go off the beaten track with your experienced tour guide to see the quaint side of Fushimi Inari. Then hike to the top of the mountain (233m) to enjoy the views of Kyoto from the south and soak-in the spirit that resides in this sacred location.
Afterwards, follow the trekking route to the nearby temple complex that has maintained a royal connection for more than a thousand years and has been used as an on-set location for many films.
Kyoto Traditional Town Photography Photoshoot
We will be at around gion old town. Gion old town has a special building structure which you can see old Japan back a hundred years ago. There is old house, old shops, shrines, temples, and pagoda.
Full Day Private Osaka Tour with Local Highlights and Hidden Gems
Explore Osaka’s rich history and vibrant culture on this private full-day tour tailored just for you. With a professional, fluent English-speaking guide, visit iconic sites such as Osaka Castle and the bustling Kuromon Market, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Dotombori. This customizable experience ensures you receive local insights while discovering the city's top attractions at your own pace. All admission fees are included, along with convenient pickup from central Osaka hotels.
- Private full-day tour featuring Osaka's major attractions
- Visit Osaka Castle, Shin-Sekai, Kuromon Market, and Dotombori
- Enjoy personalized insights from a fluent English-speaking guide
- Pickup in the vicinity of 20km in Osaka from central hotels provided which is your unique Service which no one is providing.
Kyoto Fushimi Inari Private Photoshoot
Our Fushimi Inari Photoshoot captures the magic of Kyoto’s most iconic shrine in a way that goes beyond the usual tourist snapshots. With its thousands of vibrant torii gates creating a mesmerizing tunnel of color, this location offers a stunning backdrop that symbolizes good fortune and spiritual energy.
Our professional photographers know the best times and hidden angles to avoid crowds, ensuring a serene and cinematic feel in every shot. Whether you’re dressed in a traditional kimono or casual attire, we guide you through natural and elegant poses that highlight both you and the breathtaking surroundings.
What You’ll Get:
40 high-resolution, professionally edited photos delivered within 24 hours.
All unedited photos for your personal use on the same day.
A seamless experience with an English-speaking photographer who understands composition, lighting, and Kyoto’s cultural essence.
Hidden Vegan Kyoto and Local Food Journey with a Local
This vegan food tour highlights small, family-run shops loved by Kyoto locals—not tourist chains. Rather than focusing on labels, it shows how Kyoto’s culture naturally supports plant-based food.
Led by a Kyoto-based host with over 10 years of local experience, guests gain insider access to hidden spots in the Umekoji area. Through storytelling and tastings rooted in Buddhist culture and shojin ryori, travelers learn why plant-based cuisine has thrived here for centuries.
The tour moves at a relaxed pace through quiet neighborhoods and ends with Japanese tea and seasonal vegan sweets in a 100-year-old machiya, offering a calm and authentic taste of local life.
Kyoto: Enjoy Sushi & Market Tour! Best for Family & Couple!
Use fresh fish!
We use fresh fish purchased on the morning of the experience day, ensuring the highest quality ingredients.
Learn about traditional seasonings! You'll also get to experience the fantastic flavors of traditional Kyoto condiments like soy sauce and miso, allowing you to delve into Japan's culinary culture.
Enjoy drinks and dessert after your meal! We offer handmade desserts typical of Kyoto. You can also take away.
Accommodates dietary restrictions! Vegetarian menus are also available. If you would like a menu with different ingredients, please let us know in advance.
Enter the Unseen: A VIP Monk-Guided Experience at Kiyomizu-dera
We aim to transform your travel experience from ordinary sightseeing to meaningful encounters. Undoubtedly, you'll have the chance to cherish precious moments that go beyond typical visits to famous tourist spots.
During this tour, you will engage in a dialogue with Mr. Shoin Onishi in the Jojuin Garden of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, which is normally a private area. Through conversations with selected individuals, you can uncover the essence of Kyoto.
Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to explore several usually non-public areas at Kiyomizu-dera, such as the West Gate, accompanied by the temple's monk.
For each segment of the journey, a professional interpreter guide will accompany you, and a private taxi will provide transfers from your accommodation.
Experience Kendo in Kyoto
Tomoyoshi, the instructor, will give you a short lecture on how the ancient swordsmanship of Samurai developed into Kendo. He will share the heroic stories of ancient Samurai including his great-grandfather, Yoshishige Hayashi. He will also share the controversial influence of Bushido values on this nation and his family into extremism, especially during the period of WW2. He will end his story on how redemption came and led him to the current inner peace and the life of a pacifist.
After the lecture, you will wear the full Kendo armor and learn the basic Kendo movements. In the end, you will get to do a Kendo match with each other. Upon completing the workshop, you will receive a beautifully designed “Certificate of Experience”.
If the date you want isn't available, please contact us to inquire about availability.
Kyoto WAKIMIZU Half Day Tour: Secrets of Matcha & Wagashi Sweets
This tour explores the secrets of "WAKIMIZU," the key to the deliciousness of Japanese matcha and wagashi.
Many of you have already tasted matcha and wagashi. But do you know why they are so delicious? The secret lies in "WAKIMIZU" (spring water), which is indispensable for making wagashi and preparing matcha.
Kyoto is located in a basin blessed with abundant groundwater. Since ancient times, people have used spring water not only for daily life but also for tea ceremonies and making wagashi.
On this tour, we will visit hidden spring water spots in the city and taste the water on the spot. While enjoying the different flavors of each spring, let's explore the secrets of "WAKIMIZU" nurtured by history and culture.
Finally, we have a special experience for you at a long-established Japanese confectionery shop founded 200 years ago. Enjoy matcha prepared with spring water and namagashi (fresh Japanese wagashi sweets) specially made for this tour, which you cannot usually taste.
YUSAI Tea Ceremony & Wagashi Making Experience in Gion Kyoto
Kyoto Gion: Nerikiri Wagashi Making & Authentic Tea Ceremony
Enjoy an elegant cultural experience in the heart of historic Gion. This exclusive 60-minute workshop is limited to just 6 guests and offers a peaceful, English-friendly atmosphere.
Our unique chair-style setting allows you to enjoy an authentic tea ceremony without sitting on the floor, so you can relax and focus on the beauty of the ritual.
Highlights:
Nerikiri Wagashi Making:
Create beautiful seasonal Nerikiri sweets using traditional tools. Our expert host will guide you in making your own edible art.
Organic Matcha Tea Ceremony:
Enjoy premium organic matcha in the elegant Ryurei chair style. Experience authentic Japanese tradition in total comfort.
Instagram-Worthy Moments:
Capture your beautiful creations in our traditional Japanese-style studio. We provide photo time, and your host is happy to help take the perfect shot.
Book now for a comfortable, creative, and memorable journey into Japanese culture!
Rent a Road Bike to Explore Kyoto and Beyond
Rent a Road Bike and enjoy the freedom of cycling around Kyoto and beyond. Connect the best sights of Kansai on two wheels and ride at your own pace.
Are you interested in seeing more than just the sites of a city? Riding a Road Bike is a great way to experience everything in Kyoto, and the surrounding Kansai area has to offer. Rent a bike and forge your own path through urban and rural Western Japan. Kansai offers kilometre after kilometre of cycle path so you can see and connect with the area allowing you to visit more in one day than you would imagine, and at your own pace.
You can also take advantage of Road Bike Rental Japan staff's knowledge of Japan, Kansai, cycling, and travel to make the most of your cycle trip in Japan.
This rental includes the use of a bike helmet, lock, and other useful tools to ensure a safe and fun ride.
Ramen Bowl Painting & Cooking in Gion, Kyoto
・Paint your unique ramen bowl / ramen spoon
・Master the yugiri noodle technique
・Enjoy personalized ramen with your creations
Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Private Photoshoot
Capture the essence of Kyoto with a private photoshoot set in the enchanting Bamboo Forest of Arashiyama. Whether donning a traditional kimono or your preferred casual attire, this unique experience allows you to shine amidst Japan's most picturesque landscapes. The session is led by Amare, a skilled Kyoto-based photographer renowned for crafting natural and cinematic images that reflect your story. As you stroll through scenic paths lined with bamboo, temples, and traditional streets, this opportunity is ideal for solo travelers, couples, and families desiring lasting memories. Within just three days, receive 50 beautifully edited photos to cherish forever.
Miyama “Kayabuki no Sato” – A Journey Back in Time
Highlights of Your Visit:
Thatched-Roof Architecture
Marvel at the iconic kayabuki roofs, made of natural materials such as straw and reeds, carefully maintained by the local community.
Miyama Folk Museum
Learn about traditional tools, customs, and the history of the village at this charming local museum housed in an old thatched home.
Local Experiences
Try hands-on activities like traditional paper making, soba noodle workshops, or enjoy seasonal festivals that celebrate the local culture.
Nature & Tranquility
Surrounded by forests and rivers, Miyama offers peaceful walks and stunning views year-round—especially beautiful in spring cherry blossoms and snowy winter scenes.
Kumihimo Braiding Workshop in Kyoto
Discover the elegance of kumihimo, a traditional Japanese braiding art with centuries of history. This hands-on course invites you to experience the techniques that have been carefully passed down since the Edo period, while learning about the cultural significance and heritage of this craft.
During the session, you’ll not only practice the braiding process yourself but also see authentic restoration materials and hear stories that reveal the artistry behind kumihimo.
At the end, you can transform your finished braid into a keychain or bracelet — a personal piece of Japanese craftsmanship to take home as a meaningful keepsake.
Relax with complimentary matcha tea while your completed creation is prepared for take-home. Reflect on your journey into Japan's most treasured textile tradition in our peaceful setting.
Koto lesson & private concert
You can enjoy both playing Koto and listening to Koto performance!!
Start time>>>10:30/ 14:00
How about a private koto lesson and live performance at Kyomachiya?
At first, we will introduce about the instrument, simple explanation about the koto and how to play it.
Let's have fun playing the Koto by yourself! You can play several songs and join the ensemble with professional musicians.
After playing, enjoy a private koto concert!! At the end, you will receive a certificate of experience completion. Enjoy a relaxing time sitting in a chair in a renovated Kyoto townhouse, playing or listening to the koto.
~~Flow of the plan~~ ① Greetings and explanation about the koto 5 minutes ② Explanation of how to set up the koto nails and how to play it 10 minutes ③ Try the koto playing practice "Sakura Sakura"! →Ensemble 15 minutes ④Change the tuning, and practice several songs according to your preference & ensemble 15 minutes ⑤Performance by professional Koto player 10 minutes ⑥Give a certificate of completion, photo & question time 5 minutes
Kyoto Samurai Experience: Epic Photo & Cinematic Video Shoot
Wear authentic samurai armor used in films
Professional cinematic photo and video shooting
Use real samurai props like swords and bows
Outdoor filming in beautiful Japanese scenery
Guided poses and action scenes — no experience needed
A one-of-a-kind experience only available in Japan
Arashiyama Kinkakuji Quiet Trail E-Bike Tour with Hotel Transfer
Kyoto is a big city with many cars and many traffic lights. It is difficult to cycle comfortably there without a guide.
First, you will cycle through the old town near Kinkakuji Temple. After seeing the temple, you will continue along an old road that has been around for over 1000 years and is surrounded by lush nature.
Beyond that, there are few people and the most important sacred place of Arashiyama, the Emperor's Tombs area. After cycling through the atmospheric preserved area, we will ride along the wildest forest road along the river with a history of 1200 years.
Around the mysterious road where no cars pass, you can see the Jizo statues and castle walls that give you a sense of history. The sounds of the trolley trains and boats going down the river are also fun.
And the best E-Bikes and professional guides will support you.
Amanohashidate & Ine Day Trip with Cable Car & Boat
Experience Japan’s scenic northern Kyoto coast on this full-day tour from Kyoto or Osaka.
Start at **Ine**, a traditional fishing village, with 1 hour of free time to stroll along the waterfront and admire the unique “funaya” boat houses.
Next, travel to **Kasamatsu Park** and board a sightseeing boat to **Amanohashidate**. Your boat ticket is included, offering relaxing views of Miyazu Bay.
At **Amanohashidate**, enjoy 2.5 hours of free time. Walk along the pine-covered sandbar, visit Chion-ji Temple, or take the included cable car for panoramic views.
All key tickets and transportation are included for a seamless, relaxing day trip.
**Highlights:**
* Free walking at Ine village (1 hour)
* Scenic boat ride from Kasamatsu Park (ticket included)
* Explore Amanohashidate with cable car ticket included
* 2.5 hours of free time at Amanohashidate
* Round-trip transport from Kyoto or Osaka