Ran by @guidemejapan on instagram. Join us on our hiking adventure in Arashiyama! We'll take you on amazing trails that most people never get to see. We will also start early meaning we’ll have the peaceful Bamboo Forest all to ... More

Discover hidden sub-temples and tranquil gardens along the Philosopher’s Path. Join us for a serene journey through Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, starting with the elegant Silver Pavilion (Ginkaku-ji) and winding down the Phil... More

Join our ultimate food tour around a vibrant, off-the-beaten-path shopping street in Kyoto's Fushimi neighborhood, and discover the city's hidden gems through some of Japan's most iconic dishes. This is Kyoto how you've never see... 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

Let's get to know Kinkakuji, a shining temple and a landmark of Kyoto. Kinkakuji Temple has become a landmark of Kyoto because of its appearance. Get to know the history behind this impact, the atmosphere of the place, and everyth... 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

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

You'll receive direct lessons from a professional Shamisen player with 20 years of experience. It’s extremely rare to find Shamisen lessons in English within Japan. In just 30 minutes, you'll be able to play a well-known tradi... More

Start your day with tranquility at a traditional machiya café in Kyoto, where guided Zen meditation unfolds in a serene atmosphere. Under the guidance of a host trained in Rinzai Zen at Kosho-ji Temple, this session provides an a... More

We will teach you how to make Michelin-starred ramen and the recipes. We are a ramen workshop in Kyoto and the only ramen shop we operate. Musoshin Ramen has six stores around the world. This is the only ramen workshop in Kyoto ... More

 Flow of plan 1 Greetings, explanation of how to use the brush (5 minutes) 2 paper sketches & practice (10 minutes)  (For foreigners, call on a calligraphy experience where you write your name in Japanese. Please take it home... More

Our local concierges will guide you to high-end Wagyu restaurants that are difficult to find and to book as foreign visitors, and which are considered the best in town. You will be able to taste a wide variety of Wagyu dishes of ... More

Nishiki Market, also known as “Kyoto's kitchen,” has a long history of over 400 years. The charm of Nishiki Market is that you can experience Kyoto's food culture firsthand. The market offers a wide variety of ingredients esse... More

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... More

Step into the elegance of old Kyoto with our Kyoto Gion Photoshoot, where you’ll not only explore the historic streets of Gion but also immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture. This experience includes a kimono rental a... More

The Kyoto Imperial Palace, once the residence of Japan's imperial family before the capital moved to Tokyo in 1869, is located in Kyoto's Gyoen National Garden. Known for its traditional Japanese architecture and scenic gardens, t... More

Enjoy Running in Kyoto – A City of 1,000 Years, Surrounded by World Heritage! Discover Kyoto like never before with our early-morning running tour, guided in English by a local who has lived in the city for over 30 years. We jo... More

Explore Kyoto’s rich history and spiritual culture on this 5-hour walking tour through the scenic Kiyomizu and Gion areas. Perfect for first-time visitors, this experience blends famous landmarks, hidden gems, and local traditio... More

Enjoy a unique, private photo tour at Kyoto’s most famous and beautiful locations like Gion, Fushimi Inari, and Arashiyama. I will personally guide you through each spot, helping you with simple, natural poses so you look your b... More

・Our cooking class is located in Arashiyama, Kyoto, offering an authentic, uncommercial and uncrowded Japanese experience. ・You can combine your sightseeing in Arashiyama with our cooking class, as the class location is close ... More