Kyoto: Higashiyama Slow Cycling Tour along the quiet waterfront
This tour is a slow cycling tour with BROMPTON bicycles around the quiet waterside of Kyoto's Higashiyama area and the tranquil temples and shrines, allowing you to learn about the history and culture of Kyoto, a city that lives with water (distance: approx. 12 km).
・The tour is a great way to visit places that are otherwise inaccessible by riding with a navigator who knows the local area inside out.
・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part.
・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything.
・The tour is also a great way to enjoy local food at speciality shops.
・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes.
・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.
Kyoto Private Kimono Photoshoot for Couple and Solo
Step into the elegance of old Kyoto with our Kyoto Gion Photoshoot, where you’ll not only explore the historic streets of Gion but also immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture. This experience includes a kimono rental and basic hair styling, allowing you to fully embrace the timeless beauty of Kyoto’s geisha district.
Our professional photographers will guide you through the most scenic spots, from the charming wooden tea houses of Hanamikoji Street to hidden alleyways that feel like stepping back in time. We ensure a relaxed and enjoyable session, capturing stunning portraits that blend your elegance with Kyoto’s enchanting atmosphere.
What You’ll Get:
30 high-resolution edited photos delivered within 24 hr (might delay in peak season)
All unedited photos for your personal use on the same day
A carefully selected kimono rental with basic hair styling for an authentic look
A seamless experience with an English-speaking photographer who knows the best locations and angles
Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa Couple Plan Kimono Yukata Rental
Price per couple (2 persons)! This is a great deal!
You will definitely find it! "Special" just for you
Mimosa has a wide variety of kimonos (yukata) and accessories in spite of being a small store.
Tourist spots are just a step away! ? Outstanding location.
The store faces Kodaiji Ichinenzaka, which is ideal for sightseeing in Kyoto.
The appeal is that once you change into a kimono and step outside, you can immediately start sightseeing.
Located in Kyoto's characteristic historical townscape,
A “Kyoto-like” interior that was renovated from a Kyomachiya.
You can get ready while enjoying the retro atmosphere!
We will treat you with attentive service!
Compared to other stores, you can choose kimonos and accessories more comfortably.
Feel free to ask the staff if you have any questions about coordination.
Don't compromise on your hair set!
Experienced stylists and a wide variety of hair ornaments!
We will do our best to satisfy you according to your wishes.
Sacred Temple Yoga Experience in Japan
Temples and shrines exude a sacred atmosphere, allowing you to feel as though time has stopped. In such a serene setting, take the opportunity to reset your mind and bring both your body and spirit back to the present moment.
and also you can interact with locals chatting about Japanese culture:)
I will be sharing Japanese principles during a session!
Kyoto Japanese Gold Repair Kintsugi Workshop
In this 1-hour workshop, you will learn Kintsugi, the traditional Japanese art of repairing pottery. Using specialized tools and gold powder, you will fix broken ceramic pieces. Our English-speaking instructor will guide you step-by-step. No experience is needed.
We use fast-drying materials perfect for travelers. Your piece dries instantly, so you can safely pack it and take it home the same day.
Why Kintsugi? The Japanese "Mottainai" Culture
Japan has many earthquakes, which often break cherished pottery. However, Japanese culture values "Mottainai"—the belief that it is a waste to throw away usable things.
Instead of discarding broken ceramics, craftsmen invented Kintsugi. They glued the pieces together with natural tree sap and painted the cracks with gold. This method turns damage into a beautiful feature, allowing items to be used for years.
Craft your own piece of Japanese history. Book your 1-hour Kintsugi experience today!
Private Day Trip To Hiroshima from Kyoto or Osaka by Bullet Train
A day trip to Hiroshima from Kyoto offers a powerful and memorable experience, blending the historical significance of the Peace Memorial Park with the natural and cultural beauty of Miyajima Island. This well-planned itinerary ensures you see the key highlights and return to Kyoto enriched with a deeper understanding of Japan’s history and culture.
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!
Pick up in Kyoto and drop off in Osaka is also available.
Please write the message on a special request section if need.
Kyoto Hidden Riverside Zen Mediation and Uji Matcha Experience
This Zen workshop offers a truly unique opportunity to experience mindfulness in a calm, natural setting, not inside a temple, but by the riverside, surrounded by trees and fresh air.
It’s designed not just as a tourist activity, but as a genuine introduction to Zen practice. Participants are guided step by step through the basics of zazen (seated meditation) in a way that is easy to understand and approachable, even for beginners.
Rather than focusing on strict formality or religious rituals, the workshop emphasizes how Zen can be part of everyday life. You’ll learn how to carry the mindset of calm and awareness with you. Not just during your trip, but back home as well.
The experience concludes with a peaceful tea time, where you’ll enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets and freshly whisked matcha, allowing your mind and body to gently return to the flow of daily life.
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.
Kyoto Making Wagyu Sushi experience
お寿司を作ります
手を洗います
•握り寿司のシャリを作ってみましょう
•ネタをのせます
•お好みでわさびをつけます
•シャリにネタを乗せて、一つ完成です
•次は巻き寿司です
•巻いたお寿司は大将が切ってくれます
•軍艦巻きも作りましょう
•それぞれに海苔の大きさが違います
•卵やエビのアレルギーがある方は事前にお知らせください。
•作ったお寿司を並べたら、【いただきます】をしましょう
ランチタイム
•お寿司、天ぷら、赤だし、お漬物、ソフトドリンクでランチタイムです
Kyoto: Curated Japanese Whisky Tasting
Guided Japanese whisky tasting in Kyoto run by an English-speaking certified whisky expert.
The tasting:
Enjoy a curated selection of 5 Japanese single malts in this friendly, interactive experience. Each tasting is limited to 4 participants, giving you plenty of opportunity to ask anything you want to know about Japanese whisky. Tastings last for approximately 90 minutes and are held at a small bar north of Nijo Station. It’s an area slightly off the normal tourist trail, but is easily accessible by public transport. A good opportunity to see a part of Kyoto you might not visit otherwise! Tastings are only held when the bar is closed, so there will be no random bar customers wandering through.
About me:
I’m half-Japanese, born and raised in Australia, but have called Kyoto home since 2012. I have a Whisky Expert qualification from the Japan Whisky Research Centre, and am just a general all-round whisky obsessive. Be warned, I can happily talk about whisky all day!
Origami Workshop Near Kiyomizu Dera Temple in Kyoto
- Hands-on Origami classes in English (no experience needed!)
- Learn to fold classic designs like cranes, frogs, warrior helmets, and seasonal themes.
- Small class sizes — perfect for beginners and travelers.
- Recommended for families with children.
- Take home your beautiful creations and new skills!
PRIVATE Early Bird Tour in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari & Kiyomizu Temple
Join the Early Bird Experience and beat the crowds!
We take you to the top sightseeing spots in Kyoto while the rest of the city is still waking up! Let us put each place in context and teach you more about local customs and history while we enjoy a beautiful morning together. See all the highlights of Kyoto comfortably with your knowledgable and friendly guide.
This experience is perfect for those who naturally rise in the early morning, or for those who just want to have a unique experience and don't mind getting up early for it. It can also be an amazing way to take advantage of your jet lag!
Along the way, we give you insights about Buddhism, Japanese garden design, history and more. We are also happy to help you with any questions you have about Kyoto or Japan and can even help you plan your days ahead. Beat the crowds on the Original Early Bird Tour of Kyoto.
Samurai Photo Experience
Samurai Photo Experience – Now Accepting Reservations!
Create unforgettable memories in Japan with our Samurai Photo Experience!
Wear a kimono and take photos with a katana or a wagasa (Japanese umbrella).
We also offer kimonos for women, babies, and children.
After the photo shoot, enjoy a fun shuriken (throwing star) experience!
Come and give it a try!
Japanese Green TEA 1-hour Experience Sencha and Gyokuro
You can experience truly authentic Japanese green tea “SENCHA” and “GYOKURO” following the Sencha tea ceremony style “Sencha-do”.
You can dive to deep japanese traditional culture, Sencha-do is loved from court noble, literati, artists and creator. Sencha-do is so beautiful and elegant taste. Sencha-do suits to those who love Japanese culture, Japanese tea, and tea culture.
Ikebana Experience in Kyoto Townhouse
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. This traditional and formal art may seem esoteric, but this is not the case. Anyone is capable of creating a fantastic work of art by themselves after acquiring the basic concepts and fundamental skills of this art.
Learning ikebana promotes a better understanding of the Japanese view of nature; a crucial step in appreciating the unique aesthetics, emotions and thoughts that merge to create this visual art form. Flower arranging used to be a required "mannerism" for well-educated men, such as samurais or monks.
It would be a waste not to experience our genuinely unique culture!
1. Introduction: Introduction of essential knowledge about ikebana, its history and background.
2. Instruction: By watching the instruction, you will learn the basic concepts, allowing you to grasp an image for your own work.
3. Hands-on: Try to create an ikebana art work yourself! We'll give you a hand when you need it.
Arashiyama Walking Tour with Optional Sagano Romantic Train Ride
This tour offers an exquisite blend of Kyoto's breathtaking landscapes and cultural immersion. With an optional ride on the renowned Sagano Romantic Train, you can witness Kyoto's vibrant maple season scenery. Explore significant sites like the mystical Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and the serene Tenryu Temple, and enjoy a delightful street food stroll, sampling Kyoto's unique culinary offerings. The picturesque views at Togetsukyo Bridge and the tranquil Arashiyama Park complete this unforgettable experience.
Hands-on Zen Calligraphy & 150-Year-Old Kyoto Machiya Tour
• Grind your own ink, a meditative ritual rarely offered elsewhere
• Write on a hanging scroll & stamp with your personal seal to take home
• Choose a kanji meaningful to you: love, dream, ambition & more
• Guided tour of a 150-year-old silk merchant's townhouse in Nishijin
• Japanese tea & seasonal sweets included
• Beginner-friendly, chair-seated & welcoming for all ages (kids 4+)
Kyoto Food Tour in Fushimi, Away from the Crowds
A Kyoto food tour through Fushimi Otesuji, a lively local shopping arcade just south of the city center. This neighborhood offers a side of Kyoto most visitors never see — home to some of Japan's most-loved dishes, away from the crowds of central Kyoto.
Accompanied by our expert food guide, you'll enjoy up to 10 tastings across 7 stops. While specific stops may vary slightly, you'd typically try:
• Japan's beloved Taiyaki (sweet or savory)
• Crispy Fried Chicken Karaage (with up to four flavor options)
• Rich, savory Kare Pan (Japanese curry bread)
• Izakaya-style meats and regional delicacies
• Matcha sweets + option to make your own matcha or green tea with an expert instructor! (not available for tours starting after 5:15pm)
As you explore, your guide will share the cultural stories behind each dish, taking in the historic streets of Fushimi along the way.
Kyoto Guided Walking Tour Highlight of Kiyomizu and Fushimi Inari
- Visit two of Kyoto's top attractions in half a day, with the added bonus of Sanjusangendo.
- Visit the iconic Kiyomizu Temple and enjoy its breathtaking views.
- Discover the impressive architecture and history of Sanjusangendo Temple.
- Explore the spiritual beauty of Fushimi Inari Shrine and walk through its famous torii gates.
- Capture stunning photos in some of Kyoto’s most scenic spots.
- Enjoy a relaxed, small-group experience perfect for meaningful travel.
- Learn fascinating insights from a knowledgeable guide.
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.
Cycle Kyoto's Hidden Gems & Gion Stroll
This is the best way to enjoy Kyoto's hi-light with a bike view, avoiding the crowd.
We are a team of local Japanese guides based in Kyoto who have a deep love for this city and take great delight in showcasing its stunning views and attractions to foreign guests.
We ride a bike on every single street in Kyoto Since we have been living or commuting in Kyoto for years. Bike touring is our lifework.
20 Mar - 10 Apr: the BEST for Sakura.
Apr-Jun is a nice season with the weather and fresh green.
Kyoto is a very flat city and not big.
We'll take you to many beautiful spots, temples, shrines, riverside roads, universities, hidden local gems, etc in Kyoto's northeast cultural area through an uncrowded scenic route.
The bike is very well-maintained and comfortable.
After the bike, you can enjoy a night walk in Gion's scenic cultural area too.
Ninja Trekking half-day tour at Mt.Daimonji Kyoto
Ninja trekking at Mt. Daimonji one of power spot of Kyoto 36 peaks.
Ninjutsu is a comprehensive survival art, and it is packed with survival techniques, body manipulation methods, breathing methods, mind and body training methods, meditation methods, and the wisdom of mountain walking. While learning these techniques, it is a trekking tour that climbs from Keage (Nanzenji) to Daimonji (Nyoigatake) and descends to Ginkakuji. The course is 7.5km in length and is relatively gentle and safe. It takes about 4 hours to complete the 3-hour course, so even beginners can participate. Ninjutsu and mountain walking specialists will guide you.
Kyoto Highlights Small Group Minivan Tour from Kyoto Station
Explore Kyoto’s timeless beauty in one unforgettable day with a comfortable small-group minivan tour from Kyoto Station. Visit the iconic bamboo groves of Arashiyama, marvel at the golden splendor of Kinkaku-ji, take in sweeping views from Kiyomizu-dera, and wander through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. Enjoy a seamless, guided experience with local insights, efficient travel, and plenty of photo stops—perfect for travelers who want to experience Kyoto’s must-see highlights in a single, stress-free day.
Specializing in custom made fragrances from Kyoto
At MY ONLY FRAGRANCE, a fragrance advisor will give you exclusive advice. First, you choose a fragrance based on your intuition, and then we ask you about your preferences, such as the type of fragrance and the amount of fragrance to be mixed. We will give you advice one by one and help you to create your one-of-a-kind fragrance. Based on the know-how and skills we have acquired from the thousands of customers we have helped to create fragrances for, we will give you advice on how to create the fragrance of your choice. We listen carefully to your image and work with you to create a fragrance that will bring a smile to your face.