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Price 23.15$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Reviews 5/5 stars, 8 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Tea Ceremony Experience in Traditional Kyoto Townhouse
Recently matcha green tea has become very popular all around the world. As you may know, matcha plays a very important role in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. However, learning about Japanese...
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Price 26.46$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Reviews 5/5 stars, 53 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Traditional Japanese Washi Papermaking- Kyoto morning
You can make traditional Japanese Washi paper from raw materials. Enjoy making a piece of washi paper and designing it using dried, pressed seasonal local flowers and leaves. After drying the...
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Price 21.83$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Reviews 5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Painting Experience-Fun to Draw, Fun to Create-
Flow of plan 1 Greetings, explanation of how to use the brush (5 minutes) 2 paper sketches & practice (10 minutes) (For foreigners, call on a calligraphy experience where you write your name in...
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Price 19.83$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Reviews 5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Let's make accessories with Mizuhiki
This activity is very popular these days. It is a light and solid string because it is winding a thin twisted paper with thread. Let's knit this string and make accessories and ornaments. For...
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Price 16.92$
Languages English
Duration 1h
Reviews 5/5 stars, 2 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto Fushimi Inari Evening Walking Tour
On this tour, we’ll visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto’s most famous spot known for its 10,000 stunning torii gates. To avoid the crowds and the midday heat, we'll explore the shrine in the...
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Price 13.22$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 30min
Reviews 5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Zen Garden Making and Matcha Tasting in Handmade Pottery Shop
Usually, Zen garden is something to be appreciated, and there are not many places where it can be experienced. This experience allows gests to create their own unique design using sand for Zen...
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Price 61$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours
Reviews 5/5 stars, 1 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Fushimi Inari hidden hiking tour
Get your adventure shoes ready and hike through a secret path to the Fushimi Inari Shrine. You'll start your tour from Tofukuji station and will reach the shrine from the backside of the main...
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Price 41.67$
Languages English
Duration 2h 30min
Reviews 9.9/10 stars, 408 ratings

Ghost Tour - Mysteries & the Bamboo Forest at Night
Embarking on a Kyoto Ghost Tour in Arashiyama offers a spine-chilling adventure through one of Japan's most picturesque landscapes. As darkness envelops the bamboo groves and ancient temples,...
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Price 23.15$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Reviews 4.9/5 stars, 17 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Tea Ceremony Experience in Traditional Kyoto Townhouse
Recently matcha green tea has become very popular all around the world. As you may know, matcha plays a very important role in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. However, learning about Japanese...
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Price 29.77$
Languages English, Spanish
Duration 3h
Reviews 4.9/5 stars, 95 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto-The City of the Dreams!
Get to know one of the cities where dreams come true, great industries like Nintendo were born, and be part of a great adventure full of colorful landscapes, geishas, samurai, temples, and much...
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Price 29.77$
Languages English
Duration 1h 30min
Reviews 4.9/5 stars, 50 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto:Gion District Night Walking - Small Group Guided Tour.
In Gion district, there are many traditional things left within a small area that can be walked around. -A town of geisha culture with 300 years of history, lined with old buildings. -A wooden...
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Price 0$
Languages English
Duration 2 hours
Reviews 9.7/10 stars, 42 ratings

Kyoto Free Walking Tour in Gion District!
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Kyoto with our Free Walking Tour, meticulously designed to showcase the perfect blend of historic landmarks and modern marvels. We will...
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Price 54.2$
Languages English
Duration 2 hours
Reviews 9.7/10 stars, 6 ratings

Nishiki Market Food Tour
Indulge in the delights of Japanese cuisine on this food tasting tour of Nishiki Market and discover Kyoto's charming Ponto-chō district, known for its geisha houses.
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Price 28$
Languages English
Duration 2h
Reviews 4.8/5 stars, 78 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto Geisha District Walking Tour in Gion
Discover the enchanting streets of Gion, Kyoto’s iconic Geisha district, and immerse yourself in its rich culture and history with insights from an expert guide who knows the area like the back of...
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Price 0$
Languages English
Duration 2h
Reviews 4.8/5 stars, 143 ratings

Kyoto Free Walking Tour in Gion District
Step into the enchanting world of Kyoto's timeless charm with our "Timeless Kyoto: Free Walking Tour of Historic Landmarks"!Embark on a journey through centuries of history and culture as we...
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Civitatis: Gion Night Tour

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Price 45$
Languages English
Duration 3 hours
Reviews 9.6/10 stars, 16 ratings

Gion Night Tour
On this night tour of Gion, we'll discover the magic of Kyoto's historic geisha district with its charming wooden houses as night falls.
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Price 125.9$
Languages English
Duration 4 - 5h
Reviews 9.6/10 stars, 5 ratings

Guided Tour of Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest
Would you like to visit the Arashiyama bamboo forest? On this tour, we'll get to see this world-famous natural site as well as two beautiful temples.
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Price 7.99$
Languages English
Duration 45min - 1h
Reviews 4.7/5 stars, 3 ratings

Fushimi Inari Shrine: Explore the 1,000 Torii Gates on an audio walking tour
Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of Japan’s most popular and beautiful shrines. Thousands of people visit it every day to see the 1,000 magnificent torii gates. But most do not get the full story...
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Price 0$
Languages English, Spanish
Duration 2h
Reviews 4.7/5 stars, 247 ratings

Kyoto Night Free Walking Tour Gion Geisha
Enhance your Kyoto experience with the Gion Kyoto Night Walking Tour, where tradition and beauty come to life. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kyoto's Geisha culture as our...
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Price 0$
Languages English
Duration 2h
Reviews 4.7/5 stars, 362 ratings

Legacy of Geishas Free Walking Tour
Experience the Enchanting World of the Geisha on Our Kyoto Night Walking Tour Step into the magical realm of the Geisha on our captivating night walking tour in Kyoto. With our local expert...
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Price 52$
Languages English
Duration 3 hours
Reviews 9.3/10 stars, 8 ratings

Kyoto Imperial Palace + Nijo Castle Guided Tour
Join us for a guided tour through the Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle, and uncover the storied past of two of Kyoto's most iconic landmarks!
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Price 0$
Languages English, Spanish
Duration 2h 30min
Reviews 4.6/5 stars, 362 ratings

Free tour of Kyoto, the city of dreams.
Get to know one of the cities where dreams come true, where great industries like Nintendo were born and be part of a great adventure full of colorful landscapes, geishas, ​​samurai, temples and...
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Price 0$
Languages English, Spanish
Duration 3h
Reviews 4.6/5 stars, 208 ratings

Free Walking Tour Kyoto
Experience the charm of Kyoto with the Free Walking Tour offered by Kyoto Localized. Led by knowledgeable guides, this tour takes you through the cultural heart of the city, providing insights...
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Price 27.2$
Languages English
Duration 1h - 7h 30m
Reviews 9.2/10 stars, 40 ratings

Traditional Kimono Rental
Treat yourself to a different experience in Kyoto and tour its streets dressed in the traditional garb of Japan - the kimono. There are more than 500 beautiful models for you to choose from!
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Price 26.19$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Reviews 4.5/5 stars, 467 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Skip the lines Basic Ticket at SAMURAI NINJA MUSEUM KYOTO
Samurai and Kyoto have always been associated throughout history. From the early Heian period to the collapse of the Tokugawa shogunate the samurai and ninja always roamed the streets of Kyoto....
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Civitatis: Day Trip to Nara & Uji

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Price 122.7$
Languages English
Duration 8h 30m
Reviews 9/10 stars, 4 ratings

Day Trip to Nara & Uji
On this day trip to Nara, we'll see the famous Sika Deer Park and the historic shrines of this medieval city like Tōdai-ji and Kasuga Taisha. We'll also visit Uji, home of matcha
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Civitatis: Free Tour of Kyoto

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Price 0$
Languages English
Duration 2h 30m
Reviews 8.9/10 stars, 1532 ratings

Free Tour of Kyoto
On this free tour of Kyoto, we'll discover the main monuments of the former capital of Japan and learn about its rich history!
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Price 20.35$
Languages Mandarin, Japanese, English
Duration 1h - 9h
Reviews 4.4/5 stars, 60 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
During this kimono rental or yukata rental experience, you can rent and get dressed in a kimono or yukata (during the summer) in the Gion District of Kyoto. Then have the chance to walk around the...
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Civitatis: Gion Free Walking Tour

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Price 0$
Languages English
Duration 2 hours
Reviews 8.4/10 stars, 417 ratings

Gion Free Walking Tour
While in Kyoto, don't miss out on this free walking tour of the Gion neighborhood, and join us as we uncover the origins behind the iconic Geishas of Japan!
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Price 7.27$
Languages English
Duration 1h
Reviews 4/5 stars, 4 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Family Mitsui House Museum with green tea admission ticket
You can enjoy the garden and green tea in front of you while sitting on the tatami floor and the tatami mats of the Family Mitsui House Museum. Although it is in the city, it is a rich mansion...
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Price 19.83$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h 30min
Reviews 4/5 stars, 1 ratings
Cancellation Free cancellation

Private Onigiri Rice Ball Cooking Class in Kyoto
In this class, you can learn how to make onigiri, one of the most traditional and popular light meals in Japan. People of all ages, from children to adults, can participate, and no cooking skills...
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Price 69.7$
Languages English
Duration 3 hours
Reviews 8/10 stars, 4 ratings

Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour
Take the road less travelled to one of Kyoto's most iconic monuments on Kyoto's No. 1 guided hiking tour of the Fushimi Inari-Taisha Shrine.
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Price 13.22$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 45min
Cancellation Free cancellation

Online Japanese tea meditation
This experience will be an online lesson. You will be using ZOOM, so please be prepared for an internet connection. 1 I explain about Japanese tea ceremony. 2 I show you how to make matcha by easy...
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Price 20$
Languages English
Duration 1h 40min
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto Virtual Guided Walking Tour
Amid the ongoing pandemic, traveling abroad is very difficult for the foreseeable future. But thanks to this situation, I could take a video of this ancient city with few people out on the street....
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Viator: Matcha Art in Kyoto Japan

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Price 19.83$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Cancellation Free cancellation

Matcha Art in Kyoto Japan
Did you know that you can draw pictures on matcha? In this experience, you make your own matcha and draw pictures or write letters on it. It's done at a table, so you don't have to sit upright....
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Price 29.1$
Languages Chinese Traditional, English, Chinese Simplified
Duration 45min
Cancellation Free cancellation

[Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera Temple] 3-minute walk to Kimono plan
浴衣(着物)で京都の町並みを散策、バスや電車での移動も出来て家族・友人・カップル、またグループでもお申込みいただけますので色々なシーンで体験出来ます。 9時30分からレンタル可能で17時までに返却すれば一日中お楽しみいただけますので京都旅行で是非とも体験ください。
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Price 19.83$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h 30min
Cancellation Free cancellation

Unleash the Spirit of Japan: Authentic Karate Experience in Kyoto
・元日本代表の中村典彦師範が直接指導 ・空手の基本動作から古武術の武器体験まで楽しめるプログラム ・映画やアニメでおなじみの武器に触れる特別な機会 ・京都の伝統的な道場での開催 ・日本文化と武道の精神を体感できる充実した内容 このアクティビティは、日本文化や武道に興味を持つ海外の観光客にとって、映画やアニメの世界と実際の武術を結びつける忘れられない体験を提供します。
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Price 29.77$
Languages Mandarin, Japanese, English
Duration 9h
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
With this plan, you can choose your favorite standard kimono or yukata.We have a wide selection of kimonos, yukata, accessories, etc. Why not find something special just for yourself and create...
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Price 26.46$
Languages Mandarin, Japanese, English
Duration 9h
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto Kimono Rental CHAMATSU Men's Plan Kimono and Yukata Rental
You will find it! Your own "special." Mimosa is a small store, but has a full line of kimonos and accessories. In this plan, you can choose your favorite standard kimono (yukata)! Find your own...
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Price 10.9$
Languages Mandarin, Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Cancellation Free cancellation

 Kyoto Kimono Experience with Photoshoot Near Kiyomizudera
Looking for a unique way to experience Kyoto? We’ve got you covered! With over 700 kimono styles—including the viral Lace-Kimono that's trending on social media—you can express your style while...
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Viator: Cycling in Kyoto

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Price 9.91$
Languages English
Duration 1h - 4h

Cycling in Kyoto
Kyoto, a city that harmonizes ancient traditions with modern life, is one of Japan's most captivating destinations. Known for its well-preserved temples, beautiful gardens, traditional wooden...
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Price 19.83$
Languages Japanese, English
Duration 1h
Cancellation Free cancellation

 Kyoto Experience 400 years of traditional of Bamboo performance
Experience a mysterious traditional Japanese performance art using bamboo. In Japan, bamboo is considered very auspicious and is often used in celebratory occasions. This uniquely Japanese art...
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Viator: Morning Yoga in Kyoto

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Price 20$
Languages English
Duration 1h 30min
Cancellation Free cancellation

Morning Yoga in Kyoto
This is the only every morning yoga session by the river in Kyoto which is operated in English. As you enjoy yoga, you can enjoy the sounds of nature and beautiful air. It may help you to enjoy...
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Price 23.81$
Languages English
Duration 15min - 30min
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kimono Rental Service near Kiyomizudera Temple
Discover the beauty and elegance of Japanese culture through an unforgettable kimono rental experience in the heart of Kyoto. We offer travelers the chance to immerse themselves in Japan's rich...
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Price 19.99$
Languages English
Duration 1h 15min - 1h 30min
Cancellation Free cancellation

From Feudal to Formidable: Kyoto’s Architecture Self Guided Tour
On this self-guided tour, discover how Kyoto’s architecture reflects Japan’s transformation from a feudal society to a modern nation. Led by historian Gavin James Campbell, the tour explores the...
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Price 596.97$
Languages English
Duration 9h 15min

Kyoto & Nara City Tour With a Private Guide
If you want to spend a day exploring Kyoto and Nara with your group (up to 18 people), this tour would be an ideal option for you. Our Toyota Hiace Commuter will give you a comfortable ride with...
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Price 52.09$
Languages English
Duration 10 hours

One Day Trip From Osaka/Kyoto To Nara Park
08:40 Meeting point 1: Osaka Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area) 09:50 Meeting point 2: Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit-Sightseeing bus car park 10:00 Explore Kiyomizu-dera Temple Area (3 hours...
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Price 52.09$
Languages English
Duration 10 hours

One-Day Arashiyama Train Tickets Crossing Tour from Osaka/Kyoto
08:30 Departure from Osaka. Meeting point 1: Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area). 09:50 Meeting point 2: Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit- Bus tours parking lot in front of the station. 10:30...
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Price 55.22$
Languages English
Duration 10 hours

Kyoto by the Sea Slow Travel from Osaka
08:40 Meeting point 1-Osaka Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area). 09:50 Meeting point 2 - Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Bus tours car park in front of the station. 11:20 Amanohashidate...
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Price 39$
Languages English
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Nishiki Market breakfast walking food tour
Stroll around Kyoto's classic district, Gion, before enjoying a traditional local breakfast! Catch up with your local tour guide and explore the serene and quaint morning town of Kyoto. Experience...
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Price 70$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 4 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto Arashiyama insider walking tour
Saga-Toriimoto district is a national preservation district where you feel like you are stepping into the past. Your local guide will explain the history and culture of the area. Visit the world...
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Price 70$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours 30 minutes
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto historical cycling tour with the Golden Pavilion
You will be surprised to find how calm and peaceful this ancient city is! Start this historical sights tour by learning about Nijo Castle and how to pray at a Japanese shrine at the unique Seimei...
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Price 104$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto bar hopping night tour
To start this all-in-one bar hopping walking tour that drinks and foods are all included, your local guide will take you to an izakaya bar (a local tavern) on Pontocho street, one of the most well...
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Musement: Kyoto night foodie tour

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Price 89$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto night foodie tour
Walk around Gion where many old Kyoto-style buildings can be seen. Your local guide will provide insight into how locals enjoy their nights. Enjoy simple, seasoned Kyoto appetizers in a...
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Price 80$
Languages English
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto sake brewery and tasting tour
You'll learn the rich history of Gekkeikan and the brewery process of sake by observing sake exhibits. Three kinds of sake tasting are offered. After deepening your knowledge of sake, feel free to...
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Price 64$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Kyoto tea ceremony and Kiyomizu-dera Temple walking tour
Kiyomizuzaka is the name of an area that is composed of several streets with a traditional feel of Kyoto. In this area, the guide will also take you to the most colorful temple in Kyoto called...
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Price 199$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours

Evening food tour in Kyoto’s geisha district Gion
This luxurious Kyoto evening food tour through Gion and Shirakawa is a celebration of Japanese traditional culture and Kaiseki cuisine, a multi-course, multi-flavored Japanese dinner that...
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Price 159$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Sake, whisky and cocktail luxury tour in Kyoto
At the heart of the “Flower Districts” around Gion and Pontocho, these are the city’s most famous entertainment districts and the center of traditional culture and nightlife. Start your tour by...
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Price 159$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Matcha green tea tour in Kyoto's Uji Market
Green tea fans will love this tour to the town of Uji in Kyoto–the home of Matcha. A trip to Uji will give you many chances to experience and taste Matcha and other types of green tea in a variety...
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Price 159$
Languages English, Japanese
Duration 3 hours
Cancellation Free cancellation

Food tour in Kyoto Nishiki Market
3-hour walking food tour in the world-famous Nishiki Market.Explore the beautiful flavors of Kyoto on this tour of the 400-year-old Nishiki Market. Get an excellent introduction to the cuisine of...
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Price 68.4$
Languages English
Duration 9 hours

Day Trip to Nijigen No Mori Theme Park
Wonder what it's like to live in the world of Naruto and Boruto? On this day trip to Nijigen no Mori Park you'll experience life in the village of Shinobi. You'll even get to try the famous ramen...
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