Experience Kyoto with a private walking tour shaped around your interests and pace. This experience combines Kyoto’s most iconic sights with quieter local corners, creating a day that feels both reassuring and personal. You may explore well-known places such as Gion, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Ginkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto Tower, or Togetsu-kyō Bridge, alongside lesser-known neighbourhoods and spots chosen around what interests you most. After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire about your interests and travel style. Based on your responses, we’ll match you with a host who fits you well and who will be in touch before the experience to suggest ideas and shape a flexible plan together. This experience is designed to adapt as you go — allowing time to linger, adjust pace, and explore Kyoto in a way that feels natural rather than rushed.

You’ll enjoy... 【１】Hands-on Experience Choose a tea bowl and whisk your matcha. By observing and trying the host’s movements, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the meaning behind the tea ceremony. 【２】Two Bowls of Matcha Enjoy two servings - one prepared by the host, and one you whisk by yourself or with a companion. 【３】Traditional Seasonal Japanese Confectionary Delight in beautiful traditional confections from a Kyoto sweet shop with over 100 years of history is included. 【４】Nijiriguchi Our tea room has a Nijiriguchi - a crawl-in entrance that invites guests to leave the outside world behind and step into the heart of the tea ceremony. *Chairs are available. Matcha, tea bowls and select items are also available for purchase. *The Shared Plan is a group session with other guests.

Explore Nara with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Your guide will help you efficiently enjoy a half-day walking tour of Nara and introduce both modern and traditional sides of this dynamic and ancient Japanese city. Nara's proximity to Kyoto and Osaka, and its rich collection of traditional sites, make it an ideal destination for a day trip from either of its larger neighbors. Your private guide can help you efficiently enjoy a half-day walking tour of this ancient Japanese city. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book our Government Licensed and Experienced English-speaking guides for a walking tour of Kyoto! Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 4 to 5 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests. Whether you are a history buff, love the beauty of old Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!

The world of Geisha is shrouded in mystery, but your host’s personal stories and deep local knowledge will unlock the history, culture, and traditions of Kyoto’s iconic Gion district. This is not just a tour—it’s a personalized journey designed to immerse you in the city’s rich cultural tapestry and hidden corners. After booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests and preferences. Your host will contact you personally to plan the day, ensuring an experience that’s tailored to your pace, passions, and style for an unforgettable Kyoto adventure.

Eat your way through Kyoto's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Gyozas and Japanese pepper ice cream. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard

This program offers a unique opportunity to wear authentic armor and march through Kyoto like a legendary warlord. This all-in-one experience includes creating a personalized calligraphy war fan, professional armor fitting, and tasting premium G7 Summit matcha. You will then head to the Sanjo Riverbank for a samurai march and photoshoot, leaving with vivid memories and special souvenirs.