Kyoto Tours

Step into Kyoto’s culinary world and make ramen from scratch in this hands-on class! Learn to prepare delicious ramen, crispy gyoza, and flavorful fried rice, a beloved trio in Japanese cuisine. Ramen has a rich history, dating back to 1697 with Tokugawa Mitsukuni...

Our tour offers a deep, guided exploration of Shimogamo Shrine, its UNESCO-listed sacred forest, and Kawai Shrine—led by knowledgeable local guides who reveal the historical, cultural, and spiritual significance of each site in just 1.5 hours with convenient access and rich storytelling....

Explore the eastern part of Kyoto, known as Higashiyama, on a private walking tour. Stroll about 3 km through charming backstreets, climb gentle slopes and stone steps, and uncover hidden spots full of stories that many visitors miss....

Experience Kyoto’s highlights in a day on this immersive tour, perfect for culture enthusiasts and families. Begin at Fushimi Inari Taisha, walking through thousands of red torii gates up Mount Inari. Next, visit Kiyomizu-dera to admire its iconic wooden stage with panoramic city views....

Select your ideal wood from a variety of different kinds. Smooth the surface and edges with sandpaper to bring out the natural beauty. Have your name engraved in Japanese. Feel the texture and warmth of the wood as you carve your chopsticks....

Come with us to discover the rich history of Himeji Castle on a half-day private tour by public transport and on foot! We meet at Shin-Osaka or Kyoto station and then take a super rapid service on the JR Tokaido-Sanyo local line to Himeji. Himeji Castle dates from 1346...

Explore the vibrant city of Kobe on this one-day tour that blends scenic beauty with rich cultural heritage. Start your day at Maiko Park for stunning views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, then stroll the glass-floored Maiko Marine Promenade...

The sharpness of a sword is determined by sharpening! Japanese kitchen knives are very popular. What is important is maintenance. Chefs continue to carefully sharpen their own precious kitchen knives with the best whetstones to prepare their dishes. You will receive a Miyakoshi whetstone as a gift....

Come with us to visit Yoshino Town during a one-day private guided tour on foot and by public transport! It is an opportunity for us to visit a town in the Japanese countryside and breathe the clean mountain air, especially during the cherry blossom season in early-mid April...

Immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of Kyoto in the evening on this captivating tour. Small groups of maximum 6 participants....

As a chef, your guide is dedicated to unveiling the essence and origins behind Japan's extraordinary culinary heritage. Start at Nishiki Market, where vibrant stalls offer fresh seafood, local delicacies, and artisanal crafts....

We will teach you how to make Michelin-starred ramen and the recipes. We are a ramen workshop in Kyoto and the only ramen shop we operate. Musoshin Ramen has six stores around the world. The ingredients for the ramen you cook are brought from the nearby Musoshin Gion store....

Discover the world of Japanese sake on this exclusive brewery tour in Kyoto. Visit a historic sake brewery blessed with pure underground water and centuries of tradition. As you walk through the brewery, feel the aroma of fermentation and the warmth of steaming rice....

This 6 hours walking tour includes 60 min Japanese Archery experience at Enzan Archery Dojo. Before your Japanese Archery experience, you will go on a walking tour with our licensed guide! Your guide will drop you off at Enzan Archery Dojo after a 5 hour walking tour. ...

Hi, mature tourists including seniors who want to immerse in our history, art and hidden stories! Focus on my favorite 2 world heritage temples and sushi to get you more insightful about the details of them including breathtaking Buddhist statues without worrying about transport! Make your experience once in a lifetime memory...

First, choose one sightseeing spot from three iconic locations in Arashiyama....

A newly opened facility offering tea ceremony experiences and sake tasting , and is offering a grand opening discount until September 15th. It's located just a 5-minute walk from Subway Karasuma Oike Station. *This plan is a group session with other guests. ...

Embark your adventure through your food tour in Kyoto and Nara Kyoto is a historical city you will get the chance to visit some of the historical places like Kinkakuji Temple and get to see the greatness of the place and you will visit one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto Gion District and get to take pictures with Geshia Girls Nara, you will enjoy the nature of this city watching the deer walking around you and have the joy of eating them do not let this tour miss you...

What You’ll Experience Learn the history and cultural significance of the tea ceremony. Explore tea utensils, their uses, and care tips. Practice proper tea etiquette and serving techniques. Enjoy a demonstration of the ceremony's elegant movements and seasonal hospitality....

In Japan, tea ceremony is more than just drinking tea—it’s about experiencing the essence of beauty. While we often associate beauty with outward appearances, in the tea ceremony, we appreciate the inner beauty of nature, which leads us to the concept of "Wabi-sabi...