Kyoto Private Customizable Full Day Tour
This private and customizable tour for Kyoto city (in Kyoto Prefecture) is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.
Discover 4-5 attractions in Kyoto City at your own pace on this fully customizable 8-hour full day private tour with an English-speaking (or other language) tour guide. Create a dream tour that’s perfect for your interests and preferences.
After booking, you'll receive a form with varied themes, allowing easy selection based on your interests. Whether it's culture, history, cuisine, nature, or special events, you can highlight your preferences and must-see spots, streamlining our planning process.
Duration: 8 hours
- Private tour
Kyoto 2 Hours Genuine Kendo / Samurai Experience In Japan
You can experience working with a kendo instructor who speaks English in an easy-to-understand way. You will be provided a varied kendo experience that is perfect for a first visit to Japan from basic etiquette skills of kendo to learning about and using armor.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Kyoto Uji Matcha Experience & Nara Private 1-Day Tour
This full-day experience is a fantastic way to explore the historic cities of Kyoto and Nara. You’ll visit famous temples, shrines, and a park filled with friendly, charming deer.
Byodoin Temple is one of Kyoto’s top attractions, known for its beautiful architecture and peaceful setting. The iconic Phoenix Hall, reflected in the temple’s pond, adds to its charm.
You’ll also try matcha-making in Uji, a city renowned for its high-quality matcha.
Kasuga Taisha Shrine is a UNESCO World Heritage site, Todaiji Temple is one of Nara’s most famous landmarks. Standing about 15 meters tall, the Great Buddha is housed inside the largest wooden structure in the world, where you can view this colossal statue.
At Nara Park, you’ll enjoy seeing friendly deer roam freely, adding to the park’s peaceful and charming atmosphere.
Duration: 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Customized 3 Full Days Tour Package: Discover Kyoto, Arashiyama and Nara
1- Within 3 days, you can experience the historic and cultural essense beauty of Japan in a private tour.
2- This tour is private and can be customized based on your request.
Itenerary is shown here, however, you can still customize it in arrangement with the guide.
Day-1
09:00 Meeting the Guide
09:30 Nijo Castle
11:00 Kinkakoji Temple
12:30 Ryoanji Temple
14:00 Lunch Break / Nishiki Market
15:30 Fushimi Inari Shrine
17:00 Tour Finish
Day-2
09:00 Meeting the Guide
10:00 Bamboo Grove, Nonomiya Shrine & Tenryu-ji Temple Garden
11:30 Hozu-Gawa River and Togetsu Bridge
12:00 Monkey's Park
14:00 Lunch
15:30 Kiyomizu Dera temple and Gion area
17:00 Tour finish
Day-3
9:00 Meeting the Guide
10:15 Arriving Nara station
10:30 Nara Deer Park Walk
11:30 Kofuku-Ji Temple and Five Storied Pagoda
12:30 Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine
13:30 Lunch Break
14:00 Back to Kyoto
15:00 Tour Finish
Duration: 20 hours – 1 day
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Takashi's local food adventure through Gion Kyoto tips of Ramen
If you want to find ENGLISH-UNFRIENDLY restaurants, we have the best tour for you!! This is a highlight tour in downtown with FOOD experience. Try some local delicacy.
In the city center of Kyoto, Gion, we will enjoy night walk in nice traditional settings, learning some histories and culture on your way.
Then we will swiftly move to the restaurant since we are hungry :)
We choose different restaurants for every tour. You may unlock the new food style and taste during the tour, such as Katsu, Ramen, or Izakaya. After some walk, we sit and the guide will slect the best dishes at each place. Then talk to your guide. Takashi and Natsuki are very thrilled to share stories with you! Takashi is professional one that also offers a car tour in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka. His life is dedicated to offer great tips for your trip. Ask anything from Geisha, pagoda to the geography of Kyoto. He's a big foodie. His ramen place recommedation is must-check, which blows your mind.
See you on the tour!
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Kyoto Custom One Day Tour by Chartered Vehicle
Whether you are visiting Kyoto with your family or a group of friends, this is a perfect private tour by a chartered vehicle. Depending on the size of your group, a vehicle (limousine, van, or bus) with be provided to ensure highest level of comfort for your tour. Visit some of the must-see attractions in Kyoto -Kinkakuji Temple, Sanjusangendo Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and Nijo Castle. This tour offers both guided and no guide option.
Duration: 8 hours
- Private tour
Kyoto's Top City Highlights: 2-Day Private Tour Experience
As you only have 2 days in Kyoto, I can show you the best spots in Kyoto visitors should see. The tour includes visits to some of the top spots of Kyoto.
What makes this tour unique?
Tour itinerary is planned to cover the top sightseeing spots of Kyoto and long enough to go around the cultural and historic places too. Itinerary is shown here, however, you can still customize it in arrangement with the guide.
Day-1
09:00 Meet at your hotel in Kyoto
09:30 Nijo castle
11:00 Kinkakoji temple
12:30 Ryoanji Temple
14:00 Lunch break (Kyoto station)
15:30 Fushimi Inari shrine
17:00 Tour finish
Day-2
09:00 Meet at your hotel in Kyoto
10:00 Bamboo forest, Nonomiya Shrine and Tenryu-ji temple garden
11:30 Hozu-gawa river and Togetsu bridge
12:00 Monkey's park
14:00 Lunch (Kyoto station)
15:30 Kiyomezu dera temple and Gion area
17:00 Tour finish
Duration: 16 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Kyoto Tour with Hotel pick up and Drop off
Explore and Experience the Traditional City of Kyoto Japan. Where you can enjoy sightseeing, cultural and historical places in Kyoto. One of their famous place is Gion , the most famous geisha place in Japan.
where you can rent a kimono and have a memorable Japanese style experience on your trip. Golden Pavilion is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose completely covered in gold. Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, This shrine is one of many located throughout Japan that was built to honor Inari, the Shinto god of rice.
This Shinto shrine is unique w/its never ending sea of iconic orange torri style gates arching over the pathway. And ofcourse We will never let you miss out the beautiful and famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Togetsukyo bridge which is one of the oldest bridge.
Our Host/guide provides guidance in the form of purchasing a ticket and waiting in line with customers, but doesn't provide a full guided tour of the attraction
Duration: 6–10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Photo Shoot with a Private Vacation Photographer in KYOTO, JAPAN
No more selfies or pestering strangers for photos of yourself and loved ones, enjoy the services of a professional vacation photographer in Kyoto to capture your travels in a contemporary and candid style.
Specialising in delivering quality photography with photographers all over the world, we guarantee you amazing photos to remember your travels. All images shown were taken by our photographers.
Duration: 1–3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto Private Custom Walk: Iconic Highlights or Quiet Serenity?
Founded by Kiyoto—a local whose name and 40-year life are rooted in this city—our team of energetic guides in their 20-40s brings a fresh vibe to tradition. We aren't just lecturers; we are local friends with a camera-ready eye. Forget dry guidebooks—let’s chat, laugh, and discover the "real" Kyoto together.
Many travelers follow the same map, but we believe the soul of Kyoto hides in the quiet corners just steps away. Don’t miss these local favorites while visiting the famous landmarks:
-Honen-in Temple: A serene sanctuary just minutes from Ginkaku-ji.
-Komyo-in: Known as the "Rainbow Moss Garden," a peaceful escape 10 mins from Fushimi Inari.
-Matsunoo-taisha: Meet the deity of sake at this ancient, water-blessed shrine.
-Mikane Shrine: A golden gateway dedicated to prosperity and fortune.
-Otagi Nenbutsu-ji: Explore 1,200 unique stone statues—a hidden gem near the Bamboo Grove.
We will "season" the journey to fit your pace. Let’s make your Kyoto memories truly special!
Duration: 3–7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto Gion Night Tour: Experience Japan's Traditional Culture
Experience authentic Japanese culture in historic Gion district with this exclusive evening tour. Watch traditional performing arts at Gion Corner including Kyoto dance, tea ceremony, and seasonal bunraku or noh performances. Stroll through atmospheric streets illuminated by paper lanterns in the preserved historical district.
Enjoy a unique candlelit tea ceremony in a traditional ryokan courtyard, followed by authentic Zen-style vegetarian dinner reflecting Buddhist culinary traditions. Your National Government Licensed English Guide provides expert cultural insights throughout this immersive 4-hour experience.
Duration: 4 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Free cancellation
Private Kyoto Morning Tour: Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama & Monkey
Start your morning with two of Kyoto’s most iconic sights — the peaceful torii gates of Fushimi Inari and the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. By beginning early, you can experience their beauty in a calm, uncrowded atmosphere before the daytime rush. Then, visit Monkey Park, where you can feed the monkeys and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Kyoto. Throughout the tour, your English-speaking local guide will share fascinating stories about the city’s history and culture, capture beautiful photos, and ensure a smooth and unforgettable half-day adventure!
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private eBike Tour Exploring Fushimi with Torii Red Gate Ride
Visit the world-famous Torii Red Gates at Fushimi-Inari Shrine with a knowledgeable and approved English-speaking tour guide. Cycle along the quiet streets of Kyoto down to the magnificent Shinto complex of Fushimi-Inari that is as old as the ancient city itself. Afterwards, have a wander around the shops and stalls that line the
surround the shrine and try some of the local specialities.
Along the way, the tour also stops at Sanjusangen-do temple where you are sure to find inner peace walking through the millenia-old corridors leading to the incredible sight of a thousand Buddha statues.
Get back on the bikes for the ride back to Kyoto station along the serene Kamo river with its nature and wildlife.
Cycling is one of the best ways to get around Kyoto due to its numerous alleys and side-streets with less traffic. Enjoy this leisurely cycling tour going at your own pace and a special experience at two sacred sites while skipping the crowds and enjoying the scenery by bicycle.
Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Private tour
Early Half Day to Kyoto Highlights
This is a walking tour using public transport to Kyoto's highlights, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji, the Golden Temple.
We are going early in order to beat the crowds and since it's only half day, you still have time enjoy other experiences.
We also will learn about the history, the culture and Japanese society all while enjoying the spots
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Private Osaka City Sightseeing Day Tour with Pick Up and Drop-off
Discover the Magic of Osaka with Our Exclusive City Tour!
Embark on a thrilling adventure through Osaka, Japan’s vibrant metropolis where tradition meets modernity! Our expertly guided Osaka City Tour will take you to the heart of this dynamic city, offering you a unique opportunity to explore its iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and delicious cuisine.
Book your Osaka City Tour today and get ready for an unforgettable journey through one of Japan’s most exciting and welcoming cities! Let us show you the best of Osaka in a day you’ll never forget.
Duration: 6–9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
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KYOTO Private Walking Tour – 100% Personalized
Discover Kyoto your way with a 100% personalized private tour designed around your interests, schedule, and travel style. Before your tour, tell us where you would like to go and what you would like to see or experience. We’ll help create a customized itinerary and share it with you in advance for your review and confirmation.
Explore Kyoto’s historic temples and shrines, traditional neighborhoods, beautiful gardens, local food, and cultural landmarks. Visit places such as Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, Nishiki Market, and more. You can also request assistance with restaurant reservations, cultural experiences, shopping, or special activities.
On the day, your private guide will meet you at the agreed location and accompany you according to your confirmed itinerary.
Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups who want to explore Kyoto at their own pace.
Your interests. Your itinerary. Your Kyoto experience.
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
Nara Day Trip from Kyoto with a Licensed Guide
Nara is an ancient capital city in Japan and offers a very traditional atmosphere which is different from Kyoto or Tokyo.
This city is a very popular destination as an area where you can go on a day trip from Kyoto and Osaka.
This tour is led by a National Licensed Guide Interpreter.
This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests!
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto Local Food & Culture Tour in 1 Day, Licensed Guide
THE tour for a local's experience of Kyoto’s best food! Our nationally-licensed and experienced English-speaking guides will help you find the best eats while learning about Kyoto.
Kyoto’s dishes have little flashes of flavor that will surprise you from Tofu skin hot pots to eel rice bowls, and buckwheat noodles with a huge fish.
Street food fans must visit Nishiki Market. This 400 year old market is rich in history and food. See some too-cute-to-eat Japanese ‘wagashi’ sweets or the eccentric tako-tamago, a skewered octopus stuffed with a quail egg. Or you can enjoy looking at the pickled foods that locals love! If you are a tea fan, have some rich and warm green tea (matcha), or a green tea parfait to cool down.
Once your reservation is made, please chose 3-4 spots from the tour details and let your guide know your food interests when planning. We hope to guide you soon!
*The cost of food and drinks is not included in the tour price. The tour fee covers guide services only.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Experience in a small tea room
One of the highlights of our tea ceremony is the opportunity for you to make your own tea if you wish. Under the expert guidance of our seasoned teacher, you’ll learn the intricate steps involved in preparing matcha, from whisking the powdered tea to the precise movements that reflect the harmony and mindfulness at the heart of the tea ceremony.
Our aim is to lower the barriers that often surround traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, ensuring that everyone feels welcome and at ease. Whether you are a complete beginner or have some familiarity with tea ceremonies, our session is designed to be both informative and enjoyable. Join us for this unique and authentic Kyoto experience, where tradition meets tranquility. Book your session today and create a memorable highlight of your visit to Kyoto.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
Customizable Private Tour in Osaka Nara Kobe and Kyoto
Create your perfect day in Kansai with a fully customizable private tour tailored to your interests. Explore historic landmarks, enjoy cultural experiences, visit theme parks, or take in stunning night views — all designed around you.
Sample ideas include visiting Osaka Castle, exploring Todai-ji and Nara Park, discovering hidden local spots, and enjoying authentic local food experiences.
You may also choose attractions like Universal Studios Japan, scenic viewpoints such as Mount Rokko, shopping districts, or cultural activities.
Enjoy private transportation and flexible scheduling to make the most of your time. Ideal for families, couples, and small groups.
Tour duration can be extended upon request for an additional fee, depending on availability.
Entrance fees, meals, and optional experience costs are not included and are paid separately based on your chosen itinerary.
Duration: 6–12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Explore Hidden Alleyway with a Local Expert (Morning tour)
Step off the beaten path and explore the real Kyoto with a knowledgeable local guide who knows every corner of the city. This 3-hour guided bike tour takes you through quiet backstreets far from the tourist crowds, offering an authentic glimpse into the daily lives of Kyoto’s residents.
As you pedal through narrow alleyways, each twist and turn brings a shift in atmosphere—the scents, the light, the sounds—immersing you in the city’s hidden charm. Then, just as suddenly, you’ll emerge onto a bustling main street, reconnecting with the familiar Kyoto of guidebooks and postcards.
Our guides are professionally trained through our original program, ensuring not only a deep understanding of Kyoto’s culture but also full proficiency in traffic safety, group cycling techniques, and local etiquette. Your safety and comfort are our top priorities.
Join us and experience Kyoto not just as a visitor, but as if you were part of the city itself.
Duration: 3 hours
- Private tour
Kyoto: Japanese Calligraphy Class in 150 years old townhouse
Experience Beauty and Skill Through Traditional Japanese Calligraphy in Kyoto’s Historic Ninenzaka
Immerse yourself in the elegance of traditional calligraphy in a serene space located in the picturesque and historic Ninenzaka area of Kyoto. Enjoy a calming and inspiring experience as you explore the beauty of Japanese calligraphy.
Our beginner-friendly classes ensure a supportive and enjoyable learning environment.
Duration: 45 min
- Free cancellation
Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony at a Japanese Inns
Step into a quiet evening in Kyoto.
While many famous sightseeing spots close at night,
this experience offers a rare opportunity to enjoy Japanese culture in a private setting.
Inside a historic ryokan, a special tea setting is carefully arranged in a spacious 20-tatami room, illuminated by traditional Japanese candles.
In this unique space, you will experience authentic kimono, tea ceremony, Zen meditation, and traditional Japanese culture — all in one evening.
This experience takes place in a room that is usually not open to the public.
This is a fully private experience, prepared exclusively for you.
We use a translation device to communicate in your preferred language, allowing smooth and comfortable interaction.
This is not a group activity, but a carefully prepared private cultural experience.
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Kyoto Arashiyama Custom Half-Day Tour by Chartered Vehicle
Arashiyama area in western Kyoto is one of the most beautiful places to visit especially in the cherry blossom season and the foliage season in Japan. The combination of the traditional culture with the great nature will be spectacular..
Duration: 4 hours
- Private tour