Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings)

Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings)

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About This Tour in Kyoto

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip certified guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity! ◼︎Try Kyoto's traditional, seasoned dishes at a hidden restaurant in Gion & Pontocho◼︎ We'll walk around the Gion where many old Kyoto-style buildings can be seen. Our local guide will provide insight into how locals enjoy their nights. We will enjoy simple, seasoned Kyoto appetizers in a traditional atmosphere! Moreover, you can try 3 different kinds of Sake produced in Kyoto, so you can enjoy authentic Kyoto sake with Kyoto foods! Vegetalian course is available. You can also book both courses at a time. ◼︎Enjoy more Kyoto food◼︎ We'll walk to the cafe where you can enjoy Japanese local dessert with coffee or alcohol drink! ※Please inform us when booking if you need vegetarian course meal because we need to arrange it with the restaurant.

Why Visit Kyoto?

Kyoto is Japan's cultural heart, home to thousands of temples and traditional gardens. Explore historic districts, visit serene temples, and experience traditional geisha culture. Kyoto offers a glimpse into traditional Japan with stunning beauty and rich heritage.

Getting to Kyoto

The easiest way to reach Kyoto is by flying into Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM). The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.

What's Included

  • 2 drinks (Alcohol and Non-alcohol available)
  • 6+ kinds of Sake tastings
  • A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
  • Vegetarian menu only available for advanced request / Vegan & gluten-free unavailable)
  • Full dinner course with a dessert

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
  • Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
  • For any dietary request, please request in advance (by the day before). We are unable to accept any request on the day of the tour.
  • Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
  • Not recommended for people with mobility issues

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

See around Gion Shirakawa

Gion Shijo Station, right outside of Exit 5, in front of Izumo no Okuni Statue. Your guide will be holding an orange board saying "Magical Trip".

End Point

Kamogawa River The Kamo River

Gion Shijo Station, right outside of Exit 5, in front of Izumo no Okuni Statue. Your guide will be holding an orange board saying "Magical Trip".

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

See around Gion Shirakawa area

We will stop by a traditional restaurant that... 1 hour

We will stop by a traditional restaurant that serves Kyoto local foods such as Obanzai (Kyoto vegetable plates).

We will try another Kyoto local cuisine at the second stop 1 hour

We will try another Kyoto local cuisine at the second stop. Pontocho is located in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, and is a red-light district and entertainment district between the Kamo River and Kiyamachi Street. There are many restaurants and souvenir shops.

At the final stop, we'll taste Japanese sake at the standing bar 1 hour

At the final stop, we'll taste Japanese sake at the standing bar. Also soft drinks are available.

Kamogawa River The Kamo River is a river that...

Kamogawa River The Kamo River is a river that runs from north to south through Kyoto City, stretching for about 27km, originating near Mount Sajikigatake and flowing to the confluence with the Katsura River. It is a river that has nurtured the capital and Kyoto culture for a thousand years throughout its long history, and even today, in the midst of a large city, it maintains its clarity and is loved by many as a place of relaxation.

Frequently Asked Questions

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