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Kyotos Best Sake-in-Hand Evening Walk Tour in Gion and Yasaka
Kyoto,
Japan
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Overview
Duration
1h 30min
Languages
Japanese, English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
We value the friendly conversations with our Japanese guides and among guests, which is why we keep our groups small and offer complimentary sake — though drinking is completely optional.
Explore Kyoto’s most famous sights and experience the city at night with a local guide.
This walking tour takes you from the lively downtown area to the quiet, traditional streets of Gion — Kyoto’s most iconic district known for its shrines, temples, and geisha culture.
What to Expect:
- Visit historic temples and shrines while learning how Shinto and Buddhism coexist in daily life
- Walk through Gion’s geiko and maiko district, hear stories of Kyoto’s geisha culture, and you might even spot a maiko
- Enjoy local sake as you stroll through lantern-lit streets
- Small-group tour (up to 10 people) — relaxed and easy to connect with others
It's an Experience Kyoto at night with a cup of local sake — a style of tour you won’t find anywhere else.
What to remember
Important info
Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Participants must be 20 years old or older.. This tour includes the provision of alcohol, so please drink responsibly.. This tour involves a lot of walking. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.. Since we will be walking through residential areas at night, please enjoy yourselves with respect for the local residents by keeping your voices down.
What's included
Local sake tasting. About 80 minutes of walking tour with a Japanese guide in the Gion and Yasaka area
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Otatrip Guide
Meeting Point
The meeting point is Shijo Kiyamachi. A guide holding a sign that says "Otatrip Guide" will be waiting between McDonald's and the Japanese restaurant Kikunoi Roan, located a little south along Kiyamachi Street. Since this is a group tour, please ensure not to be late.