I can carry a maximum of 6 passengers in my car. I will take you to any places that you want to visit. I can take you to as many places as possible. You can change the itinerary as you like at any time.
In this two-day tour, you will visit two cities that once prospered as the
capitals of Japan and have many attractions. As professional guides accompany you, you can manage your time efficiently. Listening to explanations in detail
enables you to understand the Japanese culture and distinctive characteristics more deeply.
Save your time and enhance the value of your travel with us!
Unlock the Magic of Kyoto with Our Unforgettable Tours: Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty and cultural wonders of Kyoto by booking our expertly crafted tours. With our knowledgeable local guides, you'll gain insider access to hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and authentic experiences that truly showcase the essence of this enchanting city.
From strolling through historic districts like Gion and Pontocho, where geisha culture thrives, to exploring majestic temples like Kiyomizu-dera and serene shrines like Fushimi Inari Taisha, every step will be filled with awe-inspiring moments.
Indulge in Kyoto's exquisite cuisine at bustling markets or traditional restaurants, participate in traditional tea ceremonies, and witness the changing seasons transform the landscape with cherry blossoms or vibrant autumn foliage.
You can have an Kyoto specific culinary experience in this class.
Japan has a long history of vegan cuisine which developed at Buddhist temples. Since killing animals is strictly prohibited in Buddhism, so all the dishes generally don’t contain any animal products such as meat and fish. It's very healthy and well-balanced cuisine featuring seasonal vegetables, soybeans(tofu), grains, seaweed or many fermented foods.
We make a variety of dishes inspired by classic Buddhist cooking with modern twists. These delicious dishes make the most of the original taste of local ingredients. It's not difficult to cook at all but you will find the delicacy of Japanese cuisine in every detail of the dish. I'm sure you can enjoy Japanese authentic cooking which you are not be able to taste in the restaurant.
Step into the Matcha capital, Uji, and experience the heart of Japan's finest green tea. Walking through the famous Byodo-in temple, known for its appearance on the 10-yen coin, you will grind tea leaves into matcha powder and drink your fresh matcha tea. A must-try experience for matcha lovers!
⚠️ Prior to the tour, please ensure that WhatsApp is available for easy communication. Our tour guide will use these platforms to contact you.
⚠️ Please wear a mask during the Matcha making workshop.
✅ English Guided Tour – Explore Uji City with our friendly and knowledgeable guide.
✅ Hands-on Matcha Experience – Grind your own matcha powder using a traditional stone mill, then enjoy your freshly made tea with your choice of Japanese sweets or matcha ice cream.
✅ Visit Byodo-in Temple – A UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its stunning architecture featured on the 10-yen coin.
✅ Learn the History of Uji Tea – Discover why Uji is known as Japan’s top region for high-quality green tea.
Join your host Aki for a hands-on cooking lesson in her beautiful kitchen, get secret tips for familiar classics like miso soup, and learn to make dishes you won't be able to find in restaurants! Aki will provide you with recipes in English and guide you through the cooking process as she tells you all you'd like to know about Japanese food and culture. Your home-style Japanese meal may include dishes such as the traditional Chikuzenni (a main dish of braised chicken and vegetables that originated from Kyushu), seasonal vegetable sides such as marinated spinach with sesame or burdock root, and miso soup. The cooking portion of your experience should last about an hour before you enjoy the meal you helped prepare together.
Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to witness true Japanese hospitality, and learn about Japanese culture and cuisine during a hands-on experience in a beautiful setting - your stomach and soul will thank you for it!
We have been doing tourism for 20 years. We have well experienced drivers. We designed tour for your families, friends, couples and groups. Kyoto is a historical city of Japan, where you can understand the culture of Japan and the way of life of Japanese people. Kyoto has been the Capital of Japan. You can enjoy a guided tour of all these places with us. You can book the tour depending on your special requirements and customization. You will enjoy the historical places and traditional food of Japan. We will give you the best facilities of the tour. A tour with us will be one of the best memories of your life. Saving time makes you rich. Our guests are our Honor.
Join us for a fascinating 90-minute sake workshop at BAR OAGE in Kawaramachi, the heart of Kyoto.Starting with an introduction to the rich history of sake, students will visually learn the production techniques and the percentage of rice polished.Discover the individuality of each of these five exquisite sakes, including a selection from local Kyoto.This experience accentuates the synergy of flavors by tasting sake with carefully chosen snacks.Participants will be encouraged to converse, connect through shared experiences, and end with memorable group photos.This workshop promises to deepen the understanding of sake and its culinary compatibility.
Private photo shoot. Choose your favorite location and leave the photos to me! Professional photos by a photographer with over 8 years of living in Kyoto, who knows all the secret spots, hidden streets and with techniques to avoid crowds.
Only photo shoot in Kyoto that includes:
All photo data!
50 photos selected by me and edited.
Digitally sent by Google Drive.
Join one of our hosts to immerse yourself in the delicious world of traditional Japanese wagashi - sweet confections. Japanese culinary pursuits are precise and packed with extraordinary flavor, and wagashi is no different. Visit Nishiki Market, a food market as well as a traditional tea house to find the staple ingredients of Kyoto’s cuisine and try some of the yummy sweets. You won’t know whether you should devour or Instagram these beauties.
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
For an unforgettable sightseeing experience in Kyoto, Japan, the Arashiyama area is a must-visit destination! Explore the enchanting bamboo groves of Arashiyama, where you can stroll through towering stalks that create a serene and mysterious atmosphere. Discover the stunning Zen temple of Tenryu-ji and visit the tranquil Nonomiya Shrine, both embodying the essence of Japanese philosophy and spirituality.
This private tour is designed for travelers of all types—whether you’re an adventure seeker, a family with children, or a couple looking for romance. You can take your time to fully immerse yourself in the local culture, savoring every moment at your own pace. With a knowledgeable guide by your side, you’ll gain insider insights into local attractions and hidden gems unique to the area. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with local traditions, making each encounter memorable. Join us to enjoy the beauty of Kyoto and create lasting memories!
Visit Japanese beautiful traditional town, Kyoto with a private guide! It's the gem in Japan.
As it's a private tour, you can relax and visit sites with your own pace.
This tour covers most popular sites like Fushimi Inari shrine, Geisha area, and Golden pavilion.
Tour guide will meet you at your accommodation in Osaka/ Kyoto / Osaka port / Kobe port and start the tour hassle-free.
You can choose transportation method depending on your needs. (To be paid separately)
Use subways, local trains and taxis like locals riding public transportation or hire a van for door to door convenience or if you are JR Rail Pass holder, maximize the use it.
Estimate transportation cost is listed in the exclusion section.
Please clarify choice of transportation when booking this tour.
(For passengers form the cruise ship, destinations might vary depending on the departure time of the ship )
Would you like to experience calligraphy right near Kyoto Station?
Please come and try Traditional Japanese Calligraphy! You can learn a new skill and get some great authentically Japanese Souvenirs to take home! Make a reservation ASAP! (*English Instruction Included)
[Content of Experience]
①The staff will give you a lecture on how to use a brush and how to apply ink.
②Let's write basic characters (Kanji "One", "A", "Forever", "Kyoto")
→You can make a scroll of the Kanji characters you write and take it home with you.
③Let's write your own name in Kanji characters (approximately)
Our staff will assist you with possible kanji characters and their meanings.
Example) Brian → “武礼安” (武 =Martial → military commander/bravery, courtesy →礼=politeness/gratitude, 安= peace)
Liz → "梨図 Pear Painting" (梨=Pear, 図= painting)
[Starting time]
You can choose your starting time.
-6:00 pm
-6:30 pm
-7:00 pm
-7:30 pm
It takes about 30min.
Discover the captivating and iconic Shinto shrine known as Fushimi Inari Taisha
Marvel at the thousands of bright red torii gates
Opt to hike along the trails of Mount Inari and take in the breathtaking views
Learn historical facts and tidbits from a friendly and knowledgeable guide
Book at any time – last-minute bookings are accepted!
Recently matcha green tea has become popular all around the world. Matcha plays an important role in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. However, learning about Japanese tea ceremony means much more than just learning to make matcha.
Why was this a necessary practice of samurais and monks in times past? Why is the "ceremony" still carried on today? Come, step into the world of profound spirituality and set your soul free.
1. Introduction: You will learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony. You will also learn how to behave in a tea room and appreciate its decoration.
2. The Way of Tea: You will watch a demonstration of the way of tea. We think you will enjoy the quiet and serene atmosphere.
3. Hands-on: Make your own tea! We will tell you how to drink it, and also serve you a specially selected Japanese cake.
*Please arrive on time. We cannot allow latecomers to join a session once it has started.
*Please refrain from bringing children under the age of 6.
You can make traditional Japanese Washi paper from raw materials. Enjoy making a piece of washi paper and designing it using dried, pressed seasonal local flowers and leaves. After drying the paper, you can craft it into a set of postcards, or table-mat, or wraparound lampshade, or tapestry panel.
You can proceed with it under the guidance of the instructor, in a relaxing atmosphere. While the paper is dried, you will be able to watch a short video of the traditional paper-making method which has been continued for over one thousand years.
Handmade Japanese Washi paper will be the perfect souvenir or gift from Japan!
With this ticket, you can enjoy the best entertainment that you can only experience in Japan.
There are many famous temples and shrines in Kyoto. However, they will close after the evening.
Our entertainment performance is one of the few tourist attractions that families can enjoy with confidence after the evening.
"Gear" is a world-class championship break dancer, a mime actor for the world tournament gold medalist, a Japanese record holder juggler, and a great number of professional skills such as a magician who talks about various media. You
In addition, the production using the latest technology such as "projection mapping" and LED dress that changes color freely by remote control is a special performance that can be viewed only with "gear".
Don't miss the inspiring story of the unique culture of Japan where the different things are connected and harmonized in perfect balance so that different gears (gears) of different sizes, colors and shapes mesh with each other.
This tour isn’t just a walk — it’s a journey through Kyoto’s natural beauty, spiritual history, and quiet elegance. Led by an expert local guide, you’ll follow the famous Philosopher’s Path, a peaceful canal-side trail beloved for its seasonal charm and contemplative atmosphere.
Along the way, you’ll visit three remarkable temples: the moss-covered serenity of Hōnen-in, the architectural grace of Eikan-dō, and the majestic presence of Nanzen-ji with its grand gate and red-brick aqueduct. These sites are more than photogenic—they each offer a deeper connection to Kyoto’s Zen spirit and cultural heart.
With a slow, mindful pace, thoughtful commentary, and all admission fees included, this 5.5-hour tour is ideal for travelers seeking not just sightseeing, but a chance to pause, reflect, and truly experience the essence of Kyoto.
This isn’t just a walk through famous torii gates—it’s a deep dive into the spiritual and cultural soul of Kyoto. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll uncover the hidden meanings behind shrine rituals, hear fascinating stories of the deity Inari and the fox messengers of Inari, and explore quiet trails most tourists miss. With a small group size, personal attention, and insights you won’t find in guidebooks, this tour offers a more intimate, enriching experience of Fushimi Inari Taisha. Perfect for travelers who want more than just photos—come for the beauty, leave with a true connection to Japan’s spiritual heritage.
Want to experience Kyoto your way? This private tour is built around your interests, whether you're into traditional temples, quiet backstreets, or Kyoto’s unique mix of old and new.
What to Expect:
* Tailored itinerary – From UNESCO World Heritage Sites to quiet traditional neighborhoods, reflecting your interests.
From Fushimi Inari, to Kiyomizudera, from Arashiyama to Gion, the Geisha district. Tell us what you're looking for, and we’ll craft the perfect Kyoto adventure just for you!
* Authentic local insights – Your guide will share stories, tips, and favorite spots for a deeper look into Kyoto's charm.
* Stress-free – We handle the planning, you enjoy Kyoto at your own pace. Not sure where to begin? Share what you love, and we’ll craft your perfect Kyoto day.
Our cooking lessons are held in an authentic Japanese style house. You will experience the feeling of being invited over for lunch by a friend in Japanese culture. This is a great opportunity for all tourists coming to Japan.
Our group lessons have a maximum of 6 people. Our instructors are all very friendly and want you to have a memorable time with us. Even if you came alone, you would have a great time.
After finishing lunch, all the participants will go and explore a local supermarket with our instructors. Together we will help you find all the ingredients we used in the lesson.
We will introduce you to some of basic Japanese seasonings and some great tips on preparing some Japanese dishes.
You will get all the recipes of the dishes we prepare together. You will be able to make some great Japanese dishes for your family and friends back home. We look forward to meeting all of you soon!
Looking for a truly authentic Japanese experience beyond the typical tourist spots? Join us for a unique cultural journey into the heart of Japan’s bathing tradition!
Just like the tea ceremony, bathing in Japan is a deeply rooted cultural ritual. But how do you bathe the Japanese way? What are the dos and don’ts? Our bathing specialists will guide you through the fascinating etiquette and health benefits of Japanese baths—and then you’ll get to try it for yourself!
What to Expect:
Start at a one-of-a-kind cafe—a cozy space that was once a public bathhouse ! Here, you’ll learn the history and meaning behind Japanese bathing culture, complete with a take-home guide to proper bathing techniques.
Then soak like a local at the legendary Funaoka Onsen, a beautifully preserved bathhouse loved by Kyoto residents for generations.
✨ Why Join?
A chance to experience Japanese culture with all five senses.
Great for travelers interested in wellness, mindfulness, and local traditions.
This tour is conducted by an English-speaking guide only.
Let's explore the traditional areas of Nara, which include Todaiji Temple, Nara Park, and Kasuga Taisha Shrine.
The Great Buddha at Todaiji Temple is one of the most famous and historically significant landmarks in Nara. It stands at a height of around 15 meters. Todaiji Temple boasts the title of having the largest wooden structure in the world.
In Nara Park, you can enjoy the sight of friendly and charming deer.
Kasuga Taisha Shrine is an important historical site in ancient Nara. We can visit the main sanctuary for general worship. (Please note that the special worship of the main sanctuary, Kasugataisha Museum, and Botanical Garden are not included.)
Let's have a delicious Japanese-style lunch. The restaurant also has a shop where you can buy local souvenirs. After lunch, you can do a little shopping to bring back some mementos or souvenirs to remember your visit!
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Start your morning with the magic of Kyoto—before the crowds arrive. This small-group tour (max 8 people) takes you on a peaceful journey through Fushimi Inari’s famous thousand torii gates, the stunning Byodoin Temple from the 10 yen coin, and Ujigami Shrine, Japan’s oldest. It’s the perfect blend of iconic sights and hidden gems, led by a local English-speaking guide who brings each place to life. Quiet, authentic, unforgettable.
