Our private car tours offer a stress-free and efficient way to explore Kyoto's highlights in one day, ideal for travelers with limited time. Enjoy the comfort of a private car with a dedicated driver-guide who will take you direct... More

Come with us to visit the historic streets of Gion, Kyoto, for 4 hours! We start with a peaceful walk along the Kamo River, popular with locals. Then we discover Shirakawa Street, which marks the entrance to the neighborhood. We... More

Traditional and historical Japanese gardens are best sites to see Japanese aesthetics. Both artistic landscape gardens with seasonal plants and dry landscape gardens at Zen temples help you get relaxed for meditation. Visiting var... More

Visit Japanese gardens and make your own mini Japanese garden, together with Ayumi Ikushima, the guide and author of "Important People and Japanese Gardens”, as well as a certified garden designer. Explore gardens created in th... More

Let's explore Kyoto's Arashiyama area in this walking tour covering the famous Bamboo Forest, Tenryu-ji Temple, Okouchi Sanso (or Monkey Park), and more. The expert guide will show you Arashiyama and Japanese culture in native, cl... More

This is the original Fushimi hidden route tour. This is a 3-hour 30-minute hiking lead by locals. Soba noodle Lunch is included. You will experience the holy mountain of Fushimi through an alternative off-beaten path. This expe... More

Accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide, explore the area of Arashiyama and Sagano, where aristocrats once unwound in their villas more than 1,000 years ago. The highlights of this tour include th... More

Ran by @guidemejapan on instagram. Join us on our hiking adventure in Arashiyama! We'll take you on amazing trails that most people never get to see. We will also start early meaning we’ll have the peaceful Bamboo Forest all to ... More

Uji, south of Kyoto, is famous for its matcha (powdered green tea) and other tea products, and is also home to many historic temples and shrines dating back over 1,000 years. This tour takes you on a leisurely tour of this fascina... More

KYOTO SAKE BREWERY TOUR – A Journey Through Tradition and Taste Step into the heart of Fushimi, one of Japan’s most renowned and oldest sake regions, where centuries of craftsmanship and passion flow like the clear, pristine w... More

Join our guided tour of Kyoto's top gourmet spots, where we'll introduce you to the charm of Kyoto cuisine. First, let's explore the expansive and delicious Nishiki Market, known as the "Kitchen of Kyoto," with a history spanning ... More

This is a walking tour using public transport to Kyoto's highlights, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji, the Golden Temple. We are going early in order to beat the crowds and since it's only half day, you still have... More

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... More

Starting from the Starbucks Kyoto Sanjo Karasuma Building, we will visit a series of iconic Kyoto landmarks, beginning with a peaceful visit to Rokkakudo Temple. From there, we will head to Yaoyaichi, a local market that showcase... More

Discover Kyoto's rich history, stunning temples, and scenic landscapes on this immersive bike tour. Starting at the iconic Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, home to centuries-old traditions, we will ride through charming backstreets to the ... More

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 ... More

Discover the captivating and iconic Shinto shrine known as Fushimi Inari Taisha Marvel at the thousands of bright red torii gates Opt to hike along the trails of Mount Inari and take in the breathtaking views Learn historical fact... More

Higashiyama area, the center of Kyoto tourism, is a difficult place to visit without a guide, as it will be crowded. With an E-Bike and a local guide, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy only the wonderful scenery, such as the old ... More

The yang of the bright and beautiful side of the city's 1200 year history is paralleled by the yin of the macabre, the bizarre and the bloody aspects of the story of Japan's old capital. Starting at Yasaka Shrine we will weave our... More

If you want to dive deep into Japan’s history and traditions, this Kyoto tour is for you! As Japan’s ancient capital, Kyoto is packed with temples, shrines, and cultural treasures—and we’re here to help you explore them wi... More