Kyoto's crown jewel, Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, epitomizes the city’s rich heritage. Built in the 14th century by the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, this dazzling temple signifies the end of a turbulent era and highlights ... More

Take part in a profound spiritual pilgrimage with our Nara and Fushimi Inari, The Sacred Heart of Japan tour. This journey takes you to the very essence of Japan's spirituality. Begin your day in Nara, where history and nature in... More

Receive a warm welcome to Kyoto on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 2 hours, a local guide will get you acquainted with Kyoto to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the ... More

Discover the Timeless Art of Japanese Calligraphy! With clear, step-by-step English instruction, you’ll master the brush techniques and create your own stunning masterpiece. Plus, take home authentic Japanese souvenirs as a memo... More

We are a small group of people who specializes in private and personalized walking tours in Kyoto. Our aim is to help our customers to utilize best their precious time in Kyoto by offering specially crafted walking tours covering ... More

Discover the art of grinding matcha,strolling along the Uji River then visiting a stunning temple! Start your tour with a visit to a charming tea garden, where you'll discover the Kabusecha farming method. Enjoy matcha tea freshl... More

1 Convenience & Flexibility: Daily departures, solo traveler friendly (1 person can book). Includes hassle-free hotel pickup/drop-off within Osaka city limits (Osaka Loop Line area), eliminating complex transport planning. 2 Deep... More

Smash the Silence — Play the Heartbeat of Japan! Ready to do something you can’t try anywhere else? Join our Taiko Drum Workshop and unleash your energy on real Japanese drums! This is not just a performance — you become t... More

Traditional and historical Japanese gardens are best sites to see Japanese aesthetics. Both artistic landscape gardens with seasonal plants and dry landscape gardens at Zen temples help you get relaxed for meditation. Visiting var... More

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 a... More

Discover Kyoto after dark in a way that's truly unique. This isn’t a rigid sightseeing tour—it’s a private, personalized exploration designed entirely around you, guided by a passionate local who knows Kyoto inside out. Wan... More

Experience Kyoto’s timeless charm on our tour of three iconic geisha districts: Pontocho, Gion Shirakawa, and Gion Hanamikoji. Perfect for culture enthusiasts and history buffs, this tour immerses you in Kyoto’s flower street ... More

Ran by @guidemejapan on instagram. On this tour, we’ll visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto’s most famous spot known for its 10,000 stunning torii gates. To avoid the crowds and the midday heat, we'll explore the shrine in th... More

This tour allows you to enjoy both World Heritage Himeji Castle and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Fondly called the "White Heron Castle", Himeji Castle takes pride in its rich history of 400 years. Experience the beauty of Japanese archit... More

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 t... More

Kyoto once flourished as the capital of Japan for over a thousand years until Tokyo became the capital and the emperor moved there in 1868. There are plenty of places worth visiting such as Arashiyama, which used to be the aristoc... More

Join ME Kyoto Walking Tours for an unforgettable journey through Kyoto’s most iconic and historic sites. Begin with a stroll through the atmospheric Gion district, where traditional teahouses and geisha culture come alive. Visit... More

Join us as we explore a traditional wooden machiya (traditional Japanese townhouse)! Your guide will lead the way. Machiya have many unique features, such as narrow corridors and hidden staircases. These strategically constructed ... More

The yang of the bright and beautiful side of the city's 1200 year history is paralleled by the yin of the macabre, the bizarre and the bloody aspects of the story of Japan's old capital. Starting at Yasaka Shrine we will weave our... More

360° Panoramascape — Enjoy uninterrupted views of Kyoto’s heritage sites, including Kiyomizu‑dera, Tō‑ji, Chion‑in, and Tōfuku‑ji, framed against the city's ancient and modern contrasts. Free Telescopes & Info Pane... More