Embark on an exclusive journey through Uji, Kyoto, the birthplace of Japanese tea. Limited to eight guests, this intimate tour promises a uniquely personalized experience immersed in Japanese culture. Enrich your senses with a sub... More

Explore the serene beauty of Kyoto on a timeless rickshaw tour, offering an unforgettable glimpse into the city’s historic treasures. This 60-minute journey takes you past the iconic Heian Shrine and the tranquil Nanzenji Temple... More

First, you will begin by making yourself a type of Japanese traditional sweet called "Nerikiri". You will start the making process from the coloring of the white bean paste. You will continue with the Tea ceremony experience using... More

The plan price includes everything needed to wear the suit, so come empty-handed! Chinese and English services are available. Overseas tourists who rent kimonos for the first time don’t have to worry at all. The store is less th... More

Why Choose This Experience: ★ This is NOT an activity for tourists but real katana training done for local students ★ Train in an authentic dojo with a master who has over 20 years of experience ★ Witness a powerful two-kata... More

You can enjoy both playing Koto and listening to Koto performance!! Start time>>>10:30/ 14:00 How about a private koto lesson and live performance at Kyomachiya? At first, we will introduce about the instrument, simple explana... More

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... More

On this self-guided tour, discover how Kyoto’s architecture reflects Japan’s transformation from a feudal society to a modern nation. Led by historian Gavin James Campbell, the tour explores the blend of traditional and contem... More

Starting from the Starbucks Kyoto Sanjo Karasuma Building, we will visit a series of iconic Kyoto landmarks, beginning with a peaceful visit to Rokkakudo Temple. From there, we will head to Yaoyaichi, a local market that showcase... 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

Experience ancient Kyoto on your terms with our immersive self-guided audio tour. Unlike rigid group tours, you'll explore at your own pace, lingering where you choose and skipping what doesn't interest you. Our expertly crafted n... More

The Railway Museum, one of Japan's largest, proudly displays a diverse and precious collection of rolling stock, from steam locomotives to Shinkansen trains, including 53 cars that played a vital role in the modernization of Japan... More

Usually, Zen garden is something to be appreciated, and there are not many places where it can be experienced. This experience allows gests to create their own unique design using sand for Zen garden, albeit in a small garden. The... More

Visit inspiring forest mountain vistas, charming temples and shrines. Capture Instagram-worthy moments in the enchanting Sagano Bamboo Forest. Immerse yourself in captivating stories shared by our friendly and well-informed guide... More

We are the experience-based facility in Kyoto where you can customize your own sake. The aim is to broaden the ways to enjoy sake through "blending". At the Kyoto-Kawaramachi facility, after getting basic knowledge of sake in a sp... More

Descubra la magia de Gion como pocos lo hacen Durante el día, Gion, el legendario distrito de geishas de Kioto, se llena de turistas y cámaras, haciendo difícil apreciar su verdadera esencia. Este tour nocturno a pie ha sido d... More

Explore the rich tea culture of Japan with a hands-on matcha workshop in Seika Town, perfectly situated between Kyoto and Nara. This engaging two-hour session invites you to grind matcha using a traditional stone mill, taste and c... More

Own a Real Katana from Kyoto, with Expert Guidance! Have you ever dreamed of owning a real katana, a timeless treasure from Kyoto, but felt unsure about authenticity or language barriers? At Yushinkan Kyoto, we are here to help y... More

Looking for a unique way to experience Kyoto? We’ve got you covered! With over 700 kimono styles—including the viral Lace-Kimono that's trending on social media—you can express your style while exploring the city. Whether yo... More

You can see and learn shibori (the oldest dyeing method in Japan) in-person and will have deeper appreciation of Japanese hand crafts.... More