Fushimi Inari Sacred Hike: Summit, 10,000 Torii & 7 Shrines
Most visitors stop at the famous Senbon Torii, but this tour continues deep into the sacred trails of Mt. Inari. Starting from JR Inari Station, walk through thousands of vermilion torii gates, visit hidden shrines, and climb to the 233m summit of Inari-yama along a historic pilgrimage route still used by locals today.
Along the way, explore Kumataka-sha, Shin-ike (Echo Pond), Yotsutsuji viewpoint, and the seven sacred sanctuaries connected to prayers for health, prosperity, safe childbirth, and sharp eyesight. Try the traditional omokaru-ishi fortune stone and learn the deeper meaning of kitsune, the fox messengers of Inari.
Led by a local guide, this experience reveals the spiritual side of Fushimi Inari beyond the typical photo spots, combining culture, history, mountain scenery, and hidden paths most travelers never see.
Private Historic Walking Tour Kyoto Temples and Gion
This private walking tour reveals the historic and spiritual heart of Kyoto. Walk through Gion where centuries-old geisha traditions still shape cultural identity. Stroll peaceful parkland once enjoyed by nobles during Japan’s classical era. Admire monumental temple gates that reflect refined architectural mastery. Continue along preserved streets that echo the elegance of ancient Kyoto. Arrive at Kiyomizu Temple, a UNESCO heritage site with sweeping views and deep spiritual meaning. This journey connects architecture, belief, and tradition older than the United States. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.
Traditional fashion men's kimono
If you want to go to Kyoto, the kimono experience is definitely one of the most worthwhile projects!
Sake Tasting Pairing and Cultural Experience in Kyoto
This is a great opportunity to learn about sake and Japanese culture. Sake tasting and snacks from various regions of Japan will be served. Guides will provide explanations in English and Japanese, with additional translation equipment for explanations in other languages, so everyone is welcome to participate.
During the tasting, you will learn about the different types of sake, how they are made, and how they pair with food. You will also have the opportunity to taste a variety of sake, including Daiginjo, Ginjo, and Junmai sake. The snacks served are carefully selected to complement the sake and enhance the overall taste experience.
This experience is a great way to learn about Japanese culture and experience the unique flavors of sake. It is also a great opportunity to meet other sake enthusiasts.
This experience will deepen your understanding of sake and add another layer of significance to your trip.
Kyoto MegaPass: Top Attractions incl. Public Transport
Explore Kyoto without stress, long ticket lines, or complicated planning.
With the Kyoto MegaPass, you get access to the city’s most iconic attractions — bundled into one flexible and easy-to-use pass.
With the Kyoto MegaPass, you can select your preferred attractions after booking and organize your itinerary based on your travel plans.
Choose the MegaPass option that fits your trip:
Essential Pass – Perfect for 2–3 Days
See Kyoto’ must-see highlights with a curated selection of top attractions.
Ideal if you’re visiting for a short stay and want the essentials without overpaying.
Explorer Pass – For 3–5 Days & Deeper Discovery
Upgrade your experience with additional premium attractions.
Perfect if you want to explore more of Kyoto at your own pace.
After booking, access your MegaPass account to choose your attractions, reserve your preferred dates and time slots, and present your mobile tickets at the entrance.
Cinematic Portrait Film Experience in Kyoto with Local Filmmaker
This is a private cinematic experience in Kyoto, filmed by a Kyoto-born award-winning filmmaker.
Unlike standard photo tours, your journey will be captured as a beautifully edited short film, reflecting the light, atmosphere, and emotions of Kyoto.
The route can be customized according to your wishes—whether strolling through Gion, exploring temples, or enjoying the bamboo grove in Arashiyama.
A unique, artistic memory of your time in Japan.
Customizable Private Day Trip by Car from Kyoto to Hikone, Omi
With the flexibility to choose your departure time and itinerary, this tour is perfect for those who want to explore specific locations at their own pace or for those who want to explore at their own pace.
Enjoy a personalized experience on this private tour.
Explore hidden spots and local alleyways that tourists won't find.
Enjoy a private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Private Kyoto Townhouse Hom Visit Sushi Cooking and Tea Ceremony
This private experience takes place in an authentic Kyoto townhouse, offering a rare chance to step inside a real Japanese home. Guests can learn sushi making (nigiri and rolls) and enjoy seasonal home-style dishes that reflect everyday Japanese life.
The experience also includes a simple tea ceremony where guests can whisk their own matcha.
Located just 5 minutes from Kinkaku-ji, this home-visit program combines authentic culture, warm hospitality, and the intimate atmosphere of a private session with a local host.
Kyoto 2-Day Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
Enjoy an efficient, two-day tour of Kyoto accompanied by a same government-licensed and experienced English Speaking guide!
Kyoto keeps traditional arts and beauty alive, but the busses and subways can be confusing and provide challenges for those with walking limitations. We want everyone to experience Kyoto so we are happy to provide this customizable, private guided tour with a vehicle!
Join us on a tour of Kyoto to see Kiyomizu Temple as it towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. The bamboo forest of Sagano and the gardens, shrines and temples in Kyoto will provide you with a window into old Japan. There is much in this city that you don’t want to miss!
Please choose 3 to 4 sites to see per day from the itinerary/what to expect list. Please inform your guide post booking of the sites you would like to see.
Maximum 7 participants per tour.
Kyoto Pub Crawl & Bar Hopping Night with Local friend
Experience a completely different side of Kyoto after dark. Start the night at Kyoto’s unique Muscle Bar, where you can enjoy drinks, energetic muscle performances, and interact with the performers, before heading to BABEL, one of Kyoto’s popular nightclubs.
Rather than a typical sightseeing tour, this experience is designed to feel like a fun night out with a local friend. Our friendly English-speaking guide will help you enjoy each venue, meet new people, and experience Kyoto’s nightlife without worrying about where to go or how to get in.
* Unique Muscle Bar performance experience
* Experience Kyoto’s local nightlife and nightclub scene
* Friendly and energetic English-speaking guide
* Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and groups of friends
* Discover a side of Kyoto most tourists never experience
Personalized Gion Half day Food Tour with Local Expert
Explore Kyoto’s famed Gion district alongside a guide who knows these streets like the back of his hand.
Kyoto, once the imperial capital of Japan, radiates an air of refinement and cultural significance. Gion, a district within Kyoto, transports visitors to a world steeped in geisha culture and traditional elegance.
It’s here, during this experience, that you’ll be transported into the world of these skilled artists. Their dances, often accompanied by traditional instruments, tell stories of history and mythology.
Kyoto 10-Hour Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Boat Houses Tour
Begin your journey with a pickup in Osaka and head straight to the meeting point to board the bus. Drive to Amanohashidate, a sandbar connecting both sides of Miyazu Bay. This scenic spot, meaning "Bridge to Heaven," is one of Japan's Three Views. Admire the pine-covered sandbar, take photos of the white sandy beaches, and enjoy views of the Aso Sea and the Sea of Japan.
Next, visit Chion-ji Temple at the southern end of the sandbar, dedicated to Manjushri, the god of wisdom. Walk through the ancient gate and see a fan-shaped poem symbolizing progress. Continue to Ine, a charming fishing village known for its boat houses. Explore the waterfront, take a boat ride if you like, and wander around the town to see shops and restaurants. Finally, return to the bus and head back to Osaka to end the day.
Kyoto: Kimono Rental Near Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
* Choose from a wide selection of beautiful kimonos and find the style that suits you best.
* Enjoy professional kimono dressing by experienced staff.
* Explore Arashiyama freely while wearing traditional Japanese attire.
* Take memorable photos at famous spots such as the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Togetsukyo Bridge.
* Experience Japanese culture while enjoying one of Kyoto’s most scenic areas.
Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Ikebana Private Two Experiences
The biggest attraction is that you can experience two traditional cultures privately.
You'll discover traditional Japanese culture and learn techniques that can easily be repeated at home.
You can watch IKEBANA(flower arrangement) demonstration and Tea ceremony taking place in a Japandi-style alcove.
You'll get a hands-on training from licensed instructors.
You can deeply learn the sense of the seasons and the spirit of hospitality that we Japanese cherish.
Vegans are welcome. Let me know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions.
Kyoto Paint Your Own Authentic Takasaki Daruma Doll
・Historic Kyoto Machiya Setting: Enjoy a cozy 90-minute workshop in a traditional townhouse right near Kawaramachi, Nishiki Market, and Gion.
・Authentic Takasaki Craftsmanship: Paint on genuine Daruma dolls handcrafted by the renowned Takeuchi Daruma Shop from Gunma Prefecture.
・Symbolic & Custom Design: Choose from 6 vibrant colors, practice your brushwork, and paint crane/turtle facial motifs, kanji, or your own original ideas with black ink and gold paint.
・Cultural Connection & Souvenir: Learn the rich history behind the eye-painting tradition and take home your personalized lucky charm in a special ZEN CRAFTWORKS drawstring bag.
2Day Shiga Cultural Tour with Miso Making and Scenic Landscapes
Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture on this 2-day tour through Shiga, where you’ll learn the art of miso making at Takashima Tanada House. Enjoy a farm-fresh lunch featuring local ingredients, and take in the breathtaking views from the Hakodateyama Ropeway. Explore the serene Metasequoia Tree Avenue and the historic Kurokabe Square, all while soaking in the natural beauty of Samegai Gorge and visiting the tranquil Seiganji Temple. This journey combines culinary, cultural, and scenic experiences that reveal the soul of rural Japan.
- Hands-on miso making experience with a locally sourced lunch
- Scenic views from Hakodateyama Ropeway and Metasequoia Tree Avenue
- Explore historic sites like Kurokabe Square and Seiganji Temple
- Accommodation at a lakeside hotel with natural surroundings
Calligraphy Art Experience on a Traditional Fan
Create your own Japanese calligraphy artwork on a traditional folding fan inspired by a samurai war fan (gunsen). Guided by our staff, you'll write your favorite kanji using a Japanese calligraphy brush pen and take your original fan home as a unique souvenir. This beginner-friendly experience is a fun and memorable way to discover Japanese culture.
Kyoto Nightlife Pub Crawl with Drinks and Karaoke
Immerse yourself in the lively nightlife of Kyoto with the ultimate pub crawl experience.
Begin your adventure at the first bar with unlimited free drinks, making it easy to mingle with fellow travelers and locals.
Explore 2 of Kyoto's top bars, taking advantage of exclusive discounts on drinks while enjoying karaoke and dancing.
Conclude your night with free entry to one of the city's best nightclubs, where you can party until the early hours.
This pub crawl is perfect for solo travelers and groups alike, offering a fun and social atmosphere to make unforgettable memories.
- Unlimited free drinks at the first bar to kick off the night
- Visit 2 of Kyoto's popular bars with exclusive discounts
- Free entry to a top nightclub, including a complimentary drink
- Ideal for solo travelers and those looking to connect with others
Fushimi Inari and Sake Tasting Tour from Kyoto Station
☆Iconic & Local Culture: Combine a visit to the world-famous Fushimi Inari Shrine with a deep dive into Kyoto's traditional, non-touristy neighborhoods.
☆Exclusive Sake Tasting: Enjoy a 30-minute tasting experience featuring up to 17 different types of authentic local sake at a historic brewery building.
☆The Secret of Pure Water: Visit the sacred spring at Gokonomiya Shrine to taste and learn how Kyoto’s crystal-clear groundwater shapes its premium sake.
☆Deep Historical Journey: Walk through a vibrant local arcade and see the historic Teradaya Inn, immersing yourself in the stories of the samurai era.
☆Intimate Small-Group Tour: Enjoy a relaxed, personalized experience with an expert local guide who brings the history and culture of Fushimi to life.
Arashiyama Highlights with Yuzen dyeing workshop
#### 1. This Arashiyama sightseeing tour takes you around Arashiyama's famous sites. Your first destination is Tenryuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its expansive gardens.
Next, you'll stroll through the bamboo forest path. You'll walk along a path lined with towering bamboo swaying.
#### 2. Try your hand at Kyoto's traditional handicraft, "Hand-painted Yuzen." In this experience, you'll learn about its history and techniques while creating your own unique piece using vibrant colors. The experience involves choosing your own design and decorating a handkerchief, mask, school tote bag, T-shirt, or other items using eight colors of dye, using this traditional Kyoto craft.
The experience lasts approximately one hour.
Kyoto Pickup Awaji Island Private Car Day Trip with Driver
Awaji Island is a distinctive day trip for travelers interested in architecture, coastal views, gardens, and quieter scenery outside Kyoto. The route is especially attractive for guests who know Tadao Ando or want a more original Kansai private car experience.
Your driver picks you up at your Kyoto hotel and handles the long-distance transportation to Awaji Island and back. Sightseeing is self-guided, and the route is kept focused on northern Awaji for realistic timing.
Private vehicle is the most practical way to reach Awaji from Kyoto
Good for architecture and design-focused travelers
Coastal scenery and island atmosphere
Flexible self-guided route
More original than standard Osaka/Nara products
Comfortable for couples, families, and repeat visitors
Kyoto Morning Walk / Avoid Crowds: Gion, Yasaka Pagoda & Kiyomizu
#Beat the Crowds & Walk Kyoto with a Local Friend
Experiencing Kyoto’s iconic spots without the crowds is rare, but starting at 8:00 AM makes it possible. Stroll through empty, serene streets and snap perfect photos before the rush. If you are lucky, you might even catch a rare glimpse of a Maiko walking to school.
#Not a Lecture, Just a Deep Walk with a Peer
Skip the dry guidebook lessons. Our young, energetic local guides treat you like a friend, sharing authentic stories while keeping the vibe fun and relaxed. With our sharp eye for photography, we will capture your best angles so you can just focus on the stunning views and stories.
#Intimate, Small-Group Vibe
We cap groups at 10 travelers for a personal, interactive experience. As an independent local team, we focus on quality over volume—on quiet days, your booking might even turn into a private tour!
Kyoto Bus Tour from Osaka by Train: Nijo & Bamboo grove
Discover the best of Kyoto on a full-day tour with round-trip train transfers from Osaka and a guided sightseeing tour by bus. Start your journey with a comfortable self-guided train ride to Kyoto, where you'll meet your professional guide before exploring the city's most iconic landmarks.
Visit the peaceful Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, admire the dazzling Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), discover the historic Nijo Castle, and take in the panoramic views from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. End the day at Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates winding through the mountainside.
If Nijo Castle is unavailable due to local circumstances, it will be replaced with a visit to the impressive Sanjūsangen-dō Temple. After the tour, return to Osaka by train at your own pace. Please note that the train journeys between Osaka and Kyoto are self-guided. The itinerary may vary slightly due to weather or traffic conditions.
Asuka and Fujiwara Ancient Capitals Day Trip from Kyoto or Osaka
Step away from Kyoto's famous temples and discover the birthplace of the Japanese nation in Asuka, the country's first permanent capital. This private tour combines archaeology, history, religion, and beautiful countryside into a single unforgettable day. Explore ancient imperial palace ruins, monumental burial mounds, and Japan's oldest Buddhist temple while traveling through peaceful rural landscapes that have changed little over the centuries. Rather than simply visiting historic sites, you'll experience how Japan's earliest rulers, religious traditions, and cultural identity developed in one remarkable region. Comfortable private transportation allows you to enjoy the journey at a relaxed pace while appreciating one of Japan's newest UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscapes.