Kyoto Kamishichiken Summer Beer Garden with Geiko and Maiko
Experience Kyoto's most charming summer tradition without the hassle of planning or navigating on your own. Begin your evening with convenient hotel pickup before visiting the historic Kitano Tenmangū Shrine, where your local guide will share the stories and traditions behind one of the city's most important shrines.
From there, head to Kamishichiken, Kyoto's oldest geisha district, and enjoy the famous Summer Beer Garden. Sip a refreshing drink, savor a delicious appetizer, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this seasonal event while learning about the history of the district and its geiko and maiko culture.
With transportation, admission, and local insights included, this relaxed evening experience is the perfect way to enjoy Kyoto like a local.
Duration: 3 hours
- Private tour
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[Private] Kyoto Tailored Tour (Guide + Private Transport)
Visiting Kyoto would be easier if you join this Kyoto City Tour! With an English speaking guide who is willingly to accompany you wherever you want, this tour will be 100% more fun than others! Enjoy the incredible views of cherry blossoms while getting on the Kyoto Hozu River Boat. Or, you can rent the kimono and walk around the city enjoying the views of the locals' life. Visiting various interesting places in Kyoto, it woul be better if you book a photographer in Kyoto to take your photos there. Get a lot of photos and upload them on social media. Have fun!
Duration: 8–11 hours
- Private tour
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Private Photoshoot at Streets and Shrines in Kyoto
Capture your journey in Kyoto with a private photoshoot that brings together traditional streets, serene shrines, and iconic scenery.
Starting near the picturesque Shirakawa Canal in Gion, stroll through charming wooden buildings and scenic canals, with your skilled photographer guiding you to stunning backdrops like the Yasaka Shrine and Maruyama Park. Whether it’s a romantic proposal or a birthday celebration, enjoy candid moments and expert posing direction that highlight Kyoto’s unique charm. Longer sessions allow for exploration of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, adding even more breathtaking locations to your collection.
Your beautifully edited photos will be shared in a private online gallery for you to cherish.
Duration: 30 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
City cycle (with child seat)
A security deposit of 3,000 yen per vehicle will be kept in cash when you visit. (The deposit will be refunded upon return.)
Our shop is 7 minutes on foot from Shijo Karasuma Station and 8 minutes on foot from Karasuma Oike Station.
This restaurant is located in the center of Kyoto, making it easy to access from sightseeing spots and nearby hotels.
We are waiting for everyone with stocks that can accommodate groups.
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
Same-Day Hotel Luggage Delivery: Osaka, Kyoto & Kobe
Traveling around Kansai?
Let us handle your luggage!
The same-day delivery service picks up your bags from your hotel front desk or airport arrival hall and delivers them to your destination hotel by 9:00 PM.
No more dragging heavy suitcases on crowded trains or buses.
Moving between hotels in Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe?
We take care of your luggage so you can enjoy sightseeing without the burden.
After checkout, no need to search for coin lockers or carry heavy bags around — simply leave your luggage at the front desk by 9:00 AM and enjoy a hands-free day.
We cover Osaka, Kyoto, and Hyogo.
Luggage insurance included.
No hidden fees — the price you see is the price you pay.
Please book by 8:00 PM the day before your desired delivery date. Same-day delivery is available for pre-booked orders.
We will send you a confirmation email within 48 hours of your reservation.
Duration: 2–10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Private Night Photo Shoot in Kyoto After Dark
Highlights
Romantic Night Views of Kyoto
The twilight lights, lanterns, and quiet streets create an intimate, cinematic atmosphere.
Fewer People After Sunset
Once the daytime tourists have left, Kyoto becomes quiet, allowing for a more relaxed photoshoot.
Private Experience for Couples and Families
Enjoy a completely private photoshoot, capturing your precious moments without any interruptions.
Features of This Experience
A Concept Emphasizing Time, Not Place
Designed to align with the rhythm of Kyoto's nighttime, rather than visiting popular daytime spots.
Cinematic Lighting and Atmosphere
Nighttime lighting provides a depth and emotion that cannot be replicated during the day.
Intimate and Calm Atmosphere
Ideal for guests seeking a quiet and more personal experience rather than a hectic sightseeing trip.
Perfect for daytime sightseeing
This photo shoot is perfect for the evening after dinner or during a leisurely stroll.
Duration: 1 hour
- Private tour
Kyoto Gion Professional Photoshoot at Beautiful Historic Sites
Most Gion photo sessions follow the same pattern: stop, pose, smile, move on. This one is different — you walk through the neighborhood at a natural pace while your photographer works around you, capturing real moments instead of directing poses. No experience in front of a camera needed.
Before you arrive, your photographer messages you on WhatsApp to talk through timing, outfit, and which parts of Gion matter most to you, so the walk is built around your visit rather than a fixed script.
On the day, the route adjusts in real time for light, weather, and how busy the streets are — it works whether you're shooting solo, as a couple, with friends, or with family.
Edited photos (35+ for one guest, up to 55+ for four) arrive in your inbox within 3 days and stay downloadable online for a month.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Make Your Own One of a Kind Japanese Chopsticks in Kyoto Gion
Experience the traditional Japanese craft of using a kanna (Japanese hand plane) while making your own original chopsticks.
Choose from 12 different types of wood to create a pair that is uniquely yours.
Engraving service is also included.
Duration: 45 min
Authentic Walking Tour of Kyoto
Kyoto invites exploration at a leisurely pace, revealing its rich heritage through serene walks along its historic streets. This intimate tour uncovers centuries-old temples, charming traditional neighborhoods, and tranquil spots where the essence of Japan’s ancient capital lingers. Each step immerses you in the beauty and atmosphere of Kyoto, allowing for a deeper connection with its storied past. Perfect for travelers seeking a genuine experience, this tour emphasizes a mindful approach to discovering the city.
- Experience Kyoto's heritage through leisurely walking tours
- Visit ancient temples and traditional neighborhoods
- Discover hidden paths and quiet corners of the city
- Ideal for those wanting an authentic and intimate Kyoto experience
Duration: 8–9 hours
- Free cancellation
Kyoto Nishijin Afternoon Walk: Culture, Shrine Views & Local Eats
This tour takes you beyond Kyoto's well-known sights into the heart of Nishijin, the city's historic weaving district. Begin with a visit to Omatsukan, a beautifully preserved cultural gem in one of the area's most charming, less-visited neighborhoods. From there, walk to Kenkun Shrine on Funaoka Hill, where a panoramic view over Kyoto rewards the short climb — a viewpoint that feels like a local secret. The evening wraps up at a neighborhood izakaya near Kuramaguchi, where you'll enjoy authentic Japanese food and drinks in a relaxed, more local atmosphere. Led by a knowledgeable guide with deep roots in the area, every stop on this tour is chosen to show you the Kyoto that residents know and love.
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
From Osaka/Nara : 10H Ancient Temples Private Car Tour
Discover Nara's ancient temples and quiet mountain scenery on a 10-hour private car tour from an Osaka or Nara city hotel. Visit Yakushiji and Toshodaiji, then continue to flower-lined Hasedera in Sakurai. Enjoy private transport without arranging rural train or bus connections.
Default route: Osaka/Nara hotel - Yakushiji - Toshodaiji - lunch break - Hasedera (Nara) - hotel. Muroji may replace Hasedera if requested at least 24 hours before departure; both are not guaranteed together.
Max6/Max9 include an English-speaking driver-cum-guide for basic assistance, not licensed guiding or detailed temple commentary. Larger options provide a regular driver only; English is not guaranteed. Admission tickets, meals and overtime are excluded.
All driving, waiting, walking, visits, lunch and return travel must fit within 10 hours. Steep temple steps, traffic, parking, seasonal weather and opening hours may require shorter visits or route changes; flowers and foliage cannot be guaranteed.
Duration: 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto Machiya Jazz Night Maiko and NY Jazz Collaboration
・Fusion of Traditional Maiko Performance & NY Jazz
A magical night where the graceful dance of a Maiko and the melodious sounds of the Koto resonate with authentic New York Jazz.
・Exclusive Meet-and-Greet & Photo Session with the Maiko & Artists
Spend special, intimate time chatting and taking commemorative photos with the Maiko and musicians in a historic setting after Part 1.
・Atmospheric Historic Architecture (Chionsha - Zashiki Hall)
Performances take place in the historic Zashiki hall, built in 1915 (Taisho era) using premium Toga wood as a luxury guest residence for Emperor Taisho's enthronement ceremony, alongside a traditional tea room built in 1937 (Showa era).
・Cutting-Edge Authentic NY Jazz Performance
An authentic, dynamic live performance by TRIO HIGHWIRE, bringing the top-tier music of the New York jazz scene.
・A Special Evening Enjoyed with Japanese Cuisine
Enjoy a peaceful evening with seasonal Japanese dining and music served right at your seat.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Kyoto: Japanese Candle Workshop & Temple Art Viewing
What makes this experience exceptional is the way it connects Kyoto’s living craftsmanship with the quiet appreciation of Japanese art.
Begin at Nakamura Rousoku, a long-established maker of traditional Japanese candles, where skilled artisans preserve techniques passed down through generations. Observe the delicate craft of wa-rosoku, learn about their natural materials and distinctive flame, and paint your own candle by hand.
The journey continues at Hōzōji Temple, closely associated with Itō Jakuchū and artists of his circle. After discovering the temple’s history, view selected Japanese paintings illuminated by the soft, wavering glow of wa-rosoku.
Unlike electric light, the living flame creates shifting shadows and subtle depth, revealing the paintings in a more intimate atmosphere. Guided throughout by a professional guide, this carefully composed experience brings together craftsmanship, history, sacred space, and the beauty of light.
A rare encounter with Kyoto’s heritage.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto in a Day Full-Day Private Car Tour with Local Guide
Explore the timeless beauty of Kyoto with a personalized full-day private car tour. Designed for comfort and flexibility, this tour allows you to escape the crowds and see the city's most famous sites and hidden gems at your own pace. With a private car and an English-speaking driver, you can create a custom itinerary that perfectly suits your interests, whether you want to visit iconic landmarks like the Golden Pavilion and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, stroll through the magical Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, or delve into the culinary world of Nishiki Market. Enjoy a seamless, stress-free day of discovery tailored just for you.
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto's must-sees and hidden treasures with a local guide
Discover Kyoto in a whole new way with a passionate Local Guide who brings the city to life beyond the typical tourist experience. From world-renowned temples such as the Golden Pavilion or Fushimi-Inari Taisha, from historic districts such as Gion to hidden gems known mainly to locals, each tour is fully tailored to your interests, pace and style of travel. Discover the rich history, traditions and daily life of Kyoto through captivating stories and personal insights. Enjoy authentic encounters, discover little-known parts of the city and discover Kyoto in a more meaningful and memorable way, as if exploring it with a knowledgeable local friend.
Duration: 2–8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Exploring Kyoto - (Rakunan) South
This tour is a tour using public transportation.
Kyoto is known as exotic sightseeing places and numerous historic, quaint old monuments are seen all over the town. This tour covers part of Rakunan (South district). Visiting Byodo-in Temple which was converted into a temple by Fujiwara-no-Michinaga in 1052. It symbolizes the Buddhist Paradise.Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, central shrine for more than 30,000 Inari shrines, is always full of tourists for its scenic beauty of the red avenue of thousand tori gate toward Mt Inari.
See inclusions and excursions for what is included in the price of this tour.
Duration: 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Lake Biwa Customized Private Tour by Car, Licensed Guide
Situated in the center of Shiga Prefecture, Lake Biwa, easily accessible from Kyoto, offers beautiful lakeside scenery and plenty to do.
Takashima and Kosei Areas are home to the Shirahige Shrine. It is said to bring a variety of good fortune. Also, there is a famous cherry blossom spot, Umezu Osaki.
Omi Shrine, Biwako Terrace, and Ukimido are situated in Otsu and Konan Areas. Biwako Terrace is a popular spot for a breathtaking view. Ukimido is believed to have been built to pray for safety on the waters of Lake Biwa.
If you are interested in the Sengoku period, you cannot miss the Azuchi Castle Ruine, the residence of the famous warlord Oda Nobunaga.
Hikone Castle, one of Japan's most beautiful castles, is set in the Koto Area. In the Koga area, there is the Miho Museum and "Shigaraki Toen Tanuki Mura" where you can see Shigaraki ceramics of Japanese tanuki!
This tour is for a pick up and drop off in Kyoto city only.
Duration: 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Wagyu Barbeque and Meet Geisha in a Traditional Townhouse
Immerse yourself in the elegance of Kyoto that combines culture and culinary delights.
Stroll through the charming Ponto-cho alleys and enjoy a line-free lunch at the famed BBQ restaurant 'Aje.'
Treat yourself to BABBI’s delightful gelato before taking a scenic walk along the Kamo River to Miyagawa-cho geisha district.
Experience a captivating dance performance by genuine geisha or maiko in a historic townhouse, followed by a special commemorative photo opportunity.
This tour beautifully intertwines Kyoto's rich traditions with its exquisite flavors.
Duration: 3 hours
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental near Yasaka Shrine - Open until 10 PM
Located steps from Yasaka Shrine in the heart of Gion, CASA offers a huge selection of kimono and yukata at an affordable price, with professional dressing by friendly English-speaking staff. We are open until 10 PM, so you can enjoy an evening walk through Gion's lantern-lit streets in kimono - something few shops in Kyoto offer. Optional hair styling with hair accessories is available at the shop for 1,500 yen (included for yukata plans). Walk-ins are welcome. Open every day from 12:00 noon to 10 PM (closed Sundays, open on holidays). In autumn, Kodaiji Temple nearby is illuminated until 10 PM - perfect for a night stroll in kimono.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka Airport (ITM)
Book your private transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka Airport (ITM).
Avoid the hassle of waiting in long taxis or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door-to-door airport transfer.
Your driver will be waiting for you at the scheduled time, and you can travel comfortably to your destination.
- Meeting with a nameplate.
- We track your flight.
- Door-to-door service.
- No hidden charges.
- Clean cars and professional drivers.
Duration: 1 hr 50 min
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Kyoto Gion: Premium Kimono with Traditional House Garden Photos
Gion & Professional Photography!
Visit Rental Kimono Okamoto Gion Shop, near Kodaiji Temple. Choose from over 1,000 kimonos and enjoy our beautiful Japanese garden!
1. Choose Your Kimono
Select your kimono at the store!
- Kimono: ¥3,980 / ¥4,980 / ¥5,980
- Furisode: From ¥15,000
- Homongi: From ¥10,000
- Hakama and more!
All kimono prices exclude tax.
IMPORTANT: Kimono rental is NOT included in the booking price. Choose your kimono and pay separately at the store on the day of your visit. A complete kimono set and dressing are included in the rental fee.
2. Professional Photography
The ¥16,500 booking price includes:
- 30-minute outdoor photoshoot
- Approx. 30 digital photos
Upgrade options:
- 60 min / 50 photos: ¥29,700
- 120 min / 100 photos: ¥38,500
Photography prices include tax, per group. Pay the difference at the store to extend your session, subject to availability.
3. Explore Kyoto
Discover Gion, Yasaka Shrine and Higashiyama in kimono! Return by 5:50 PM.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Private Kyoto Gion Night Food Tour — EN/FR/DE Guide
Your Private Window into Kyoto's Living Heritage
Step into the "Old Capital" with a tour crafted entirely around you. Navigate the lantern-lit alleys of Gion and Pontocho with your own dedicated local guide — no other guests, no shared attention, just an intimate evening in one of the world's most atmospheric neighbourhoods.
A Private Moving Feast: 10+ Tastings and 2 drinks inluded
Indulge in a curated selection of 10+ tastings across 2 local bars and restaurants — enough food to make a full dinner. Two drinks are included.
Insider Access with Your Own Expert Guide
Go far beyond the surface with a guide who gives you their complete, undivided focus. Discover the history of the Geisha district, the secrets behind Kyoto's 1,200-year legacy, and the stories that only a local knows.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Ise Jingu Shrine Pilgrimage and Meoto Iwa Bus Tour
Explore the heart of Japan with a day trip to Ise Grand Shrine, a sacred site rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty. Journey through picturesque rice fields and ancient forests before crossing the symbolic Uji Bridge into the serene realm of Ise. Experience the tranquility of the shrine, where the Sacred Mirror is enshrined, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Okage Yokocho. Taste local delicacies like Ise Udon and Akafuku mochi, and visit the iconic Wedded Rocks at Futami. This tour offers a unique blend of spiritual reverence and culinary delight, perfect for travelers seeking a deeper connection to Japan's traditions.
- Journey from Osaka or Kyoto through scenic landscapes
- Visit the sacred Ise Grand Shrine and Uji Bridge
- Enjoy traditional dishes in the historic district of Okage Yokocho
- Explore the coastal beauty of Futami and the Wedded Rocks
Duration: 10 hours
- Free cancellation
Kyoto Japanese Tea Blending Workshop with Take-Home Tea
Join a small-group, hands-on tea blending workshop in Kyoto. Guided by our staff, you'll taste a selection of Japanese teas and herbs, learn about their flavors, and combine them to create your own blend. Brew and taste your creation, adjust it to your liking, and take home 30g of your original tea in tea bags.
Duration: 1 hour
- Free cancellation