Discover the beauty of Kazarimaki, also known as Art Sushi Rolls in English. Guided by a professional instructor from the prestigious Tokyo Sushi Academy, our teacher is a Kyoto native and a proud member of the Japan Sushi Instruc... More

お寿司を作ります 手を洗います •握り寿司のシャリを作ってみましょう •ネタをのせます •お好みでわさびをつけます •シャリにネタを乗せて、一つ完成です •次... More

Discover Kyoto's vibrant nightlife with a local bartender. Enjoy sake, whisky, craft beer, and homemade food in the city's best bars and izakayas. Unforgettable experiences await! Itinerary: - Start at Matsukawa for a first drink... More

During this private, 2-hour experience, enjoy an authentic Japanese-style full-course dinner and a private party with a Maiko and Geiko at an Ochaya tea house in Kyoto. Most Ochaya tea houses are not open to the public, so this is... More

【This experience is offered by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award】 This is an authentic "Sushi Making Experience". ■COURSE ー9 Nigiri Sushi, Roll sushi ーTempura set ーTwo Drink ー ... More

【Comments from the planner】 I’m a professional guide — not a bartender — but I love whisky so much that I ended up creating this tour anyway. I’ve tasted whiskies from all over the world, yet Japanese whisky is still m... More

Escape the bustle of the city and enjoy a peaceful moment in a quiet tea room. Delight in exquisite Japanese sweets and the finest matcha—an experience that soothes the soul. We proudly serve exquisite confections from a long-e... More

Kyoto is a city defined by its deep layers of history, tradition, and refined culture. Naturally, this artistic spirit extends to its culinary scene, where locals hold an immense passion for high-quality food. While Kyoto is world... More

Don’t miss the chance to meet and learn about Maiko during your visit to Kyoto. What makes Maiko so special is their dedication to a traditional lifestyle that continues even today. From their exquisite kimono and elegant hairst... More

Upon arrival, you will first be guided through Tondaya, a machiya (an authentic and traditional wooden townhouse) that is nationally registered as an Important Cultural Property. Tondaya is a treasure trove of historically valuabl... More

This vegan food tour highlights small, family-run shops loved by Kyoto locals—not tourist chains. Rather than focusing on labels, it shows how Kyoto’s culture naturally supports plant-based food. Led by a Kyoto-based host wit... More

Your local host Rita will give you an exciting introduction to authentic Japanese cuisine, starting with a brief tour of a tofu shop that was established 90 years ago! She will talk you through the process of how tofu is made from... More

You will learn the basic information of soy sauce such as the making process, the variety of soy sauce type. Then taste 5 different types of soy sauce and experience food pairing with each. It includes the tips to how to use each... More

You will learn the basic information of miso such as the making process, the variety of miso. After tasting 5 different types of miso, guests will make own miso which guests can bring back with them. It includes the tips to how t... More

Refresh your senses this summer in a calm and personal small-group setting Learn the Japanese umami with hands-on guidance from a specialist Compare different types of dashi and understand how delicate flavor is built Try shaving ... More

The Hochoshiki Knife Ceremony is a traditional Japanese culinary ritual from the Heian period, practiced in Kyoto. It involves skilled practitioners wearing ceremonial attire and using a specific style of knife to cut fish into fe... More

What sets this experience apart is the combination of Kyoto’s hidden beauty and a genuine cultural encounter. As a local, I’ll guide you through quiet backstreets and shrines that most visitors miss — places full of history ... More

Escape the bustle of the city and find sanctuary in our quiet tea room. Indulge in exquisite Japanese sweets paired with the finest matcha—a sensory experience that soothes the soul. We take pride in serving confections from a ... More

While Maikos are a symbol of Kyoto, it is not easy for tourists and even locals to talk with them personally. To arrange a meeting with them, we need to have a long-established relationship with an Okiya which is a maiko house and... More

A guide who lives in Kyoto and is fluent in French and Japanese will introduce you to Kyoto's attractions. Our guide is also an experienced cook and would love to introduce you to Japan's unique culinary culture. He's also an expe... More