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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 2043 reviewsExplore Kyoto in a Kimono
Choose a kimono, get styled, and explore Kyoto's historic streets. ＊Please note that we cannot dress pregnant women
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviewsKyoto Gion Walk with Local: Culture & Geisha World
Explore Gion with Michael’s local guide team, from Shirakawa and geisha culture to historic temples, shrines and Nene no Michi. Discover the stories and traditions behind Kyoto’s iconic district.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviewsKyoto Arashiyama Chopstick Making Workshop
Create your own wooden chopsticks in a hands-on workshop in Kyoto’s Arashiyama district. Learn about the cultural significance of chopsticks in Japan and take home a unique souvenir.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviewsKyoto tea town for matcha lover
Walk Uji’s histric district, grind matcha, taste sweets, and join a tea ceremony.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1659 reviewsExperience kyoto's tea culture
Join me for a unique tea ceremony and learn about our culture through the art of matcha.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 419 reviewsKyoto:Authentic Ninja Weapon Forging Experience
Forge a ninja weapon in Kyoto as you heat and hammer real steel. Guided by skilled craftsmen, you’ll create your own shuriken or kunai and take home a unique handmade souvenir.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviewsKimono Photoshoot in Kyoto Gion
Traditional Japanese Kimono experience in Kyoto Gion area with photoshoot
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 1459 reviewsKyoto: Izakaya Bar Crawl with Local Guide
Discover Kyoto’s hidden nightlife with a local guide. Explore traditional izakaya and cozy bars, enjoy Japanese food and drinks, and experience the authentic atmosphere of Kyoto after dark.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 2472 reviewsLearn tea ceremony in traditional Kyoto townhouse
Recently matcha tea has become popular all over the world. Matcha plays a very important role in a traditional tea ceremony. However, learning it means much more than just learning to make matcha.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 367 reviewsTraditional Kyoto Kimono Experience
Would you like to step into the world of traditional Japanese culture through an authentic kimono dressing experience in the heart of Kyoto? Choose your favourite kimono from our carefully selected collection and let our professional stylists dress you in the traditional way. Kyoto is a friendly city for people wearing kimonos, so you can go out to various places and return by 8 pm. This experience is perfect for couples, friends, and solo travellers who want to enjoy Kyoto in a special way.
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New place to stayKyoto Kimono & Authentic Tea Ceremony in Gion
Immerse yourself in historic Gion! Wear an authentic kimono, watch a master tea ceremony, savor traditional wagashi sweets, and whisk your own matcha in a cozy setting.
New place to stayUncover Kyoto’s Gion and Fushimi Inari gems
Stroll through Gion’s charming streets and climb the enchanting paths of Fushimi Inari with a knowledgeable local guide.
New place to stayArashiyama in Italian: bamboo, river and Zen temple
Enjoy a walking tour with an Italian guide in lush Arashiyama, among the bamboo forest, the Katsura River and temples surrounded by greenery. The Tenryu-ji Zen garden is optional (¥500).
New place to stayKyoto Hidden Gion Walk: Speak Real Japanese
Escape crowds to explore Gion's backstreets! Learn local culture, snap photos, and try fun Japanese conversation with a friendly native guide. Perfect and encouraging for everyone!
New place to stayCapture Quiet Kyoto: Early Morning Photo Walk
Make the most of your morning: walk Kyoto's hidden autumn spots before the crowds. Landscape photography, not portraits, guided by a local photographer. Late November only.
New place to stayFushimi Inari Night Walk
A quiet evening walk through Fushimi Inari, ending with a panoramic view of Kyoto after dark.
New place to stayZen meditation & Matcha in a Zen Temple
Practice zazen with a Zen monk in a quiet Kyoto temple. After meditation, enjoy tea, matcha, and seasonal sweets while learning about Zen and Japanese tea culture.
New place to stayWalk Arashiyama with a culture founder
Trace bamboo paths, a Zen temple, a riverside shrine and a lively shopping street with a Japan travel company founder who designs cultural walks.
New place to stayZen Meditation and Tea Ceremony at Hidden Temple
Experience Zen at a quiet Kyoto temple. Learn zazen from a monk, then gather for a traditional sencha tea ceremony. Tea after meditation feels especially relaxing.
New place to stayGeisha Show and Private Temple Tour
Learn traditional Japanese parlor games (zashiki asobi) from a geisha (maiko), ask questions through an English-speaking cultural host, take pictures, watch two dances and walk the temple garden.
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