Kyoto Night Foodie Tour: Savour Kyoto's cuisine in hidden Gion & Pontocho restaurants
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Kyoto
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: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Gion Shirakawa - Explore the Gion Shirakawa vicinity
  • Gion - Visit a classic eatery offering Kyoto’s regional dishes like Obanzai (assorted vegetable dishes from Kyoto).
  • Pontocho District - Sample additional local Kyoto fare at our next destination.
  • Kawaramachidori - Conclude with a tasting of Japanese sake at a standing bar, with non-alcoholic options also on hand.
  • Kamogawa River - Kamogawa River
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
What's Not Included
  • Additional drinks and food fee (available for purchase)
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 Sake produced in Kyoto, so you can enjoy authentic Kyoto sake with Kyoto foods!

Vegetalian course is available. You can also book both courses at a time.

◼︎Enjoy more Kyoto food◼︎
We’ll walk to the cafe where you can enjoy Japanese local dessert with coffee or alcohol drink!

Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

※Please inform us when booking if you need vegetarian course meal because we need to arrange it with the restaurant.

  • The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
  • Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
  • Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
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.

Customer Ratings
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Journey763051
Aug 3, 2024
Thank you Nobu! - It was an amazing tour thanks to Nobu who was kind and attentive throughout and answered all of our group’s many questions. . Would highly recommend !
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B7008ldblancam
Aug 2, 2024
Fantastic Japanese Experience. Really nice experience visiting traditional places to eat and drink. Our guide was really - Really nice experience visiting traditional places to eat and drink. Our guide was really friendly and he clarified all our doubts about the Japanese culture
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Joy_c
Aug 2, 2024
Fun food outing! - Had a great time on this food tour. T was professional and prompt with time. Having grown up locally, he could share a lot about the city. I enjoyed the evening with the group and would recommend this to others interested in booking tours.
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Bmrak4
Aug 1, 2024
Great night in Kyoto - Our tour guide was very find and knowledgeable of the area. He made the experience great and the other family was fantastic.
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Sg
Aug 1, 2024
Great food experience with brilliant host - Fantastic food and our host was excellent. Helpful and insightful. Great evening with the whole family. Good atmosphere in all the restaurants and friendly staff.
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G6124wmjoshual
Jul 30, 2024
Delicious dinner, drinks and culture - Mayu was an excellent host! We enjoyed delicious food, food drinks and learned so much about Japanese culture. Definitely a highlight of our trip. Highly recommend Mayu to host your tour!
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Andrewfnv
Jul 30, 2024
Food Tour In Kyoto - Math was an amazing guide, she was really kind, spoke good English, and was very good at showing us around. We had good conversations and loved the food aswell. She also took pictures for us!
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Savannahg232
Jul 30, 2024
Book this now - So fun! Maui was great and taught us a bunch about Japanese culture and food. Would highly recommend this trip to anyone.
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Stay769333
Jul 27, 2024
Great Tour with Ayaka - Wonderful tour. Ayaka was a fantastic guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable and informative and the food was delicious.
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Peter_c
Jul 26, 2024
Great food and conversation. - We had a great time with Natsu. She was so friendly, knowledgeable, and had lots to share about Kyoto and its food culture. We would highly recommend any tour with her!
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