Tours in Kyoto

In this 150-minute tour you will visit Kyoto's Tsutsumi Asakichi Urushi factory, which refines over 70% of Japan's domestic urushi lacquer, see how lacquer has been used inside a prominent Buddhist temple and eat lunch using the traditional Kyoto "asagi-wan bowl" lacquerware. This is a unique opportunity to discover traditional and modern applications of Japanese urushi lacquer in contemporary Kyoto. In addition to the tour of the factory, you will also learn to apply lacquer on chopsticks and take them with you as a present. - Enter the private area of Tsutsumi Asakichi Urushi factory and see how lacquer is refined - See urushi lacquer on modern-day goods such as surfboards, skateboards and bicycles - Apply lacquer to chopsticks during a workshop and take them with you as a present - Visit Bukkoji Temple and discover the traditional use of lacquer in Japan's temple architecture - Enjoy lunch with Kyoto ingredients using a lacquerware bowl

Geisha culture & Kiyomizu area Guided Walking Tour in Kyoto, 2 hours walking experience. Explore Kyoto's rich history and culture on a guided walking tour. Visit stunning shrines and temples and discover the city's captivating stories and traditions. Join a walking tour that blends education and enjoyment, providing you with an unforgettable experience as you stroll through the enchanting streets of Kyoto. Immerse yourself in the heart of its culture and history, and visit historic and beautiful shrines and temples. As you explore, have the opportunity to learn about the fascinating stories and traditions that have shaped Kyoto over the centuries. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights into the architecture, art, and customs that make this city unique. In addition to the main attractions, uncover hidden gems and lesser-known sites that offer a more intimate glimpse into the local way of life.

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This is a guided walking tour introducing the Gion Festival. The minimum number of participants required for the tour is 25, and the maximum is 45. If the minimum number is not met, the tour will be cancelled. In such cases, we will notify you of the cancellation by July 7, which is 10 days before the tour.

Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Japan's only Imperial Household temple, Sennyuji, with an exclusive incense ceremony led by a master of the Senzan Goryu school.

This is not just a sake tasting—it’s a deep cultural immersion into Kyoto’s living heritage. Unlike tours that visit only one location, this experience brings you to two of Kyoto’s most respected and contrasting breweries: Sasaki Brewery and Matsui Brewery. Guided by a seasoned sake expert, you'll gain rare insight into the subtle differences in brewing philosophy, taste, and tradition. What truly sets this tour apart is the unhurried pace and depth of storytelling. With ample time at each brewery, you won’t feel rushed—you’ll be able to engage all five senses, ask questions, and truly connect with the heart of Japan’s sake culture. Whether you're a sake novice or a seasoned enthusiast, this tour offers an enriching, authentic, and memorable Kyoto experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Visit an aroma shop where you can mix your favorite scent, knead it, and mold it into cherry blossom petals. Touch, see, smell, and feel Kyoto with all five senses. A pleasant scent like honey, along with natural materials such as Yuzu, Hinoki Cypress, and Sandalwood, makes this an incense experience to enjoy. You can make about 10 kneaded incense in one experience. You can also easily assemble a unique incense burner using wood from Kyoto that matches modern times to enjoy the aroma of your handmade incense. Drop by the Incense Museum, where you can learn about the incense stick manufacturing process that has been going on since the Edo period. In the same area as the museum is the traditional incense shop called Shoeido, which has been in business since 1705. Last but not least, stop by Kyoto Sanga Incense. This is a unique new-era incense shop. It selects scents from all over the world and crafts its own natural incense sticks in the laboratory.

TouringBee's Fushimi Inari Shrine Audio Guide is a convenient map app designed for self-guided sightseeing tours of the renowned sacred mountain. You won't lose your way and you'll gain a wealth of knowledge about traditional Japanese beliefs. You'll undoubtedly traverse 10 thousand vibrant vermilion torii gates, ascend the three peaks of Mount Inari, and explore the most captivating local shrines with audioguide on your smartphone. The audio guide will instruct you on how to seek fortune telling, make offerings, and request assistance from local spirits. It will also highlight the best spots for photography and where to purchase spring water coffee. With this audio guide, you can relish the walk at your own leisure, without the need to keep up with a tour group. The audio guide can always be heard distinctly through your headphones. Feel free to pause for a break at a café whenever you wish. You can always deviate down a scenic path and return to the route later.

Step into the heart of Kyoto’s sake culture with a guided evening tour through the historic Fushimi district — one of Japan’s most famous sake-producing areas. Discover what makes Fushimi’s sake so special as you explore atmospheric streets lined with centuries-old breweries and learn the secrets of traditional brewing. You’ll visit two distinctive sake breweries, each offering a unique insight into the craft — from hands-on history to expertly guided tastings of smooth, locally brewed sake (and even craft beer). Afterward, wind down like a local at a lively food hall where you can pair regional dishes with your favorite sake. Order what you like, try new flavors, and enjoy the casual, social side of Kyoto nightlife. Whether you're a first-time sake drinker or a true enthusiast, this tour offers an unforgettable taste of Kyoto’s rich traditions and hidden charm.

Explore Kyoto’s rich history and spiritual culture on this 5-hour walking tour through the scenic Kiyomizu and Gion areas. Perfect for first-time visitors, this experience blends famous landmarks, hidden gems, and local traditions — all guided by a friendly English-speaking local. Start at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with panoramic city views. Stroll down the charming old streets of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka, where you can browse shops, try Kyoto sweets, and enjoy the nostalgic townscape. Visit the colorful Yasaka Koshin-do, a small temple famous for its vibrant kukurizaru wish charms and photo-worthy atmosphere. Then stop by Yasaka Pagoda, one of Kyoto’s most iconic sights. The tour ends at Yasaka Shrine, a peaceful Shinto site where you’ll learn about shrine etiquette and enjoy the serene surroundings. This tour offers a warm, engaging introduction to Kyoto — ideal for those who want to experience the city’s culture, beauty, and traditions up close.

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. They are the ingredients for ramen made by the chef the day before. We want people all over the world to eat our ramen. And we want to spread the culture of delicious ramen from here to the world. With that thought in mind, we created Musoshin Ramen Academy.

Applications can be made for 1 to 8 people. Let's make your own Shigaraki pottery by drawing pictures or writing letters on unglazed raccoon dogs. At the Ninja Village in Koga, you can try on ninja clothing, try throwing shuriken, and become a real ninja. Enjoy a lunch of Shiga's specialty "Omi beef" Admire the garden and the underwater torii gate Enjoy shopping in an open space surrounded by nature

- Explore Hiroshima city with public transportation or a private car with a comfortable air conditioned. - An assistant will be waiting for you at the meeting point at Kyoto Station or Shin-Osaka Station and help you to take shinkansen.(※Assistant will not accompany you.) You will meet with your guide at Hiroshima Station. - Compared to the regular one-day course, this tour will take in the sights with more time spent at each sightseeing spot. - You can also visit the sights that are not included in the day trip, Orizuru Tower and Daishoin Temple. You can learn the history of Hiroshima deeper and immerse the culture and tradition with long history in Miyajima. - As a charged option, you can choose riding a ropeway to the top of Mt. Misen or making momiji-manju. - Take pictures of Great Torii from the nearest location on the ferry. - You can choose a 3 or 4 star hotel to stay. - You can customize the itinerary based on this default schedule.

This photo tour is more than just a typical souvenir photoshoot. We’ll explore famous landmarks together while I capture your natural smiles and candid moments. I’ll also introduce you to local hidden gems that you won’t find in guidebooks! I love talking, so let’s have fun chatting throughout the shoot—it’ll make the experience even more memorable!

We welcome both first-time visitors and repeat guests.
This is a rare opportunity to experience traditional Japanese craftsmanship that you won’t find on typical Kyoto tours.
During the factory visit, you'll observe expert artisans at work, and in the workshop, you'll become a craftsperson yourself by creating a one-of-a-kind goshuincho.
After the experience, we encourage you to enjoy Kyoto’s temples with your personally made stamp book in hand.

This unique experience is only available during the Gion Festival period, giving you a rare chance to connect with Kyoto’s living culture amid one of Japan’s most historic and vibrant festivals. Unlike typical tours, you’ll enjoy a calm, hands-on workshop where you create your own rosary bracelet—a meaningful souvenir—while sipping iced matcha and learning about the rich traditions of the festival. Located right in the heart of the festival area, this activity perfectly blends tradition, creativity, and relaxation for an authentic and personal Kyoto experience.

Embark on a 3.5-hour immersive journey through Kyoto's historic Fushimi district. Glide along serene canals on a traditional Jikkoku-bune boat, explore the tranquil Chokenji Temple, delve into the art of sake brewing at the renowned Gekkeikan Sake Brewery, and savor a curated sake tasting experience. This tour offers a harmonious blend of cultural exploration and sensory delight, providing an authentic glimpse into Kyoto's rich heritage.

Unlike typical Kyoto temple visits, this guided tour of Sanjūsangen-dō offers rare insight into one of Japan’s most mysterious and visually stunning sacred spaces. While photography is not allowed inside, our expert guide brings the hidden stories of the temple to life — from the purpose of its 1,001 golden Kannon statues to the meaning behind the number 33 and the origins of this awe-inspiring structure. This tour is designed for curious minds. You won’t just walk through the temple — you’ll understand it. With a compact 1.5-hour format, it’s the perfect addition to your Kyoto itinerary, whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler seeking something truly unique.