Kyoto Night Foodie Tour: Savour Kyoto's cuisine in hidden Gion & Pontocho restaurants

Experience the flavors of Kyoto on a night foodie tour. Discover hidden restaurants in Gion and Pontocho, try traditional dishes, and savor authentic Kyoto sake.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gion Shirakawa - Explore the Gion Shirakawa area
  • Gion - Visit a traditional restaurant offering Kyoto’s local dishes, including Obanzai (Kyoto vegetable plates).
  • Pontocho District - Experience another local Kyoto dish at the second stop.
    Pontocho is situated in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, known as a red-light and entertainment district…
What's Included
  • Tour photos included
  • Choice of 3 drinks (Alcoholic or Non-alcoholic options)
  • Full dinner course with dessert (Vegetarian options available)
  • 3-hour tour with a local guide
Additional Information

◼︎Try Kyoto’s traditional, seasoned dishes at a hidden restaurant in Gion & Pontocho◼︎
We’ll walk around the Gion where many old Kyoto-style buildings can be seen. Our local guide will provide insight into how locals enjoy their nights. We will enjoy simple, seasoned Kyoto appetizers in a traditional atmosphere!
Moreover, you can try 3 different kinds of…

Location
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Gion Shijo Station, right outside of Exit 5, in front of Izumo no Okuni Statue. Your guide will be holding an orange board saying "Magical Trip".
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Vacationer581127
Feb 25, 2025
Get a small taste of japan - Josh gave a fun tour of 3 different eating experiences, made all the better when the sake/beer/spirits flowed. Good food and good times were had by all
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S4210vqar
Feb 25, 2025
Wonderful food tour - The good tour was a lot of fun and Josh was a great guide. The three stops were really good spots. Josh had great stories to tell about the history of Kyoto and knew a lot of the different food styles and places to try them. Josh leads other tours and I will definitely look them up on our next trip.
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R1417uemichellel
Feb 25, 2025
AMAZING KYOTO FOOD TOUR - Josh was absolutely amazing !! We had such a wonderful time. He was so great. I highly recommend this tour to anyone coming to Kyoto !!
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Kkboyle17
Feb 25, 2025
Josh Tour Guide - Josh was a super fun and informative tour guide! The food was wonderful and the places we ate at felt very unique. Highly recommend
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Isabellawalters
Feb 24, 2025
A very nice evening - Our food tour with Naru was exactly what we were hoping for. We enjoyed a multi course dinner at a fun and welcoming tempura restaurant which included 2 drinks. This was followed by sake tasting and then a delicious dessert. Naru was informative and friendly and happy to answer any questions we had. Arigato Naru!
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Jasoncp4618pr
Feb 23, 2025
Great way to explore some hidden gems & amazing eateries - Josh was GREAT! Very informative, fun and entertaining, and my friend and I had a wonderful time hanging out with him for a few hours. Would highly recommend!
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Zackt847
Feb 21, 2025
Excellent food tour! - The foodie tour was excellent. Our guide was easy to follow and explained all the restaurants and dishes clearly. The food was excellent and he gave us plenty of great recommendations for Kyoto. Even though it rained for some of the walk - it was fun exploring the streets of Kyoto!
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Archie_v
Feb 20, 2025
A magical night … - Started off on time. Tea was wonderful and easygoing. He was very professional And really knew his audience. The restaurants were so authentic and nice with delicious food. Yea even went out of his way to show us some sights as we were ahead of schedule. Thank Tea! Will come Back and hire him again
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Dharma2019
Feb 20, 2025
A great time - Tea was awesome. He knew his group well and the planning went off without a hitch. We were on time and everything we did was a hit. His choices of restaurants were excellent and introduced us to Kyoto food with professionalism and cheer. The food was delicious. Tea went out of his way to satisfy our curiosities esp with smaller shops. I would highly recommend the tour and Tea over and over. We will be back and hire Tea again
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Kapasars
Feb 16, 2025
Amazing experience highly recommend - The Kyoto Night Foody Tour with guide Naru was a fantastic mix of traditional and modern flavors. We strolled through hidden alleys, tasting everything from classic yakitori and fresh sashimi to creative fusion dishes. Naru’s deep knowledge of Kyoto’s food scene and history made each stop more meaningful. The highlight was a cozy izakaya where we sampled seasonal delicacies and smooth local sake. A must-do for any food lover visiting Kyoto!
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