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Take a tour of the Kyoto bamboo forest by rickshaw, and on foot, to explore every part of it. First you’ll be pulled by your guide through the green bamboo on a path reserved for rickshaws. Then pass by Nonomiya Shrine and stop for photos at a little park. The last leg is on foot, where you’ll walk to an impressive part of the forest. Early morning is best to avoid the crowds.
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Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest
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Arashiyama’s bamboo forest is one of Kyoto’s most visited attractions so it can get pretty busy. Avoid the crowds by taking an early morning bicycle tour. Enjoy the forest and temples at their most serene, and take photos without strangers getting in the way. Get active while on vacation and visit some other Arashiyama highlights throughout the morning.
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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)
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Unlock Kyoto's magic with a passionate local host who brings the city to life beyond any guidebook. From iconic temples to hidden gems, your experience is tailored to your pace and interests. Immerse yourself in rich traditions, uncover local secrets, and enjoy spontaneous, unforgettable moments—just like exploring with a friend on a vibrant, culture-filled adventure.
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Private Kyoto Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Personalised
2 to 5 hours
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Explore many of Nara's top landmarks in just one day on this deluxe, full-day coach tour. Heading out from Kyoto, pass by Fushimi Castle and Heijo Palace, before arriving in Nara. Visit Todai-ji Temple—one of the world’s largest wooden buildings—then meet the 1,400 deer that inhabit Nara Park. A stop at Kasuga Taisha Shrine is followed by a Japanese-style lunch (if selected). Finally, visit the Uji area of Kyoto, where you'll make and sample traditional matcha tea.
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World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience
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Navigate Osaka's bustling food scene like a local by opting for this small-group walking tour. Try several dishes Osaka is famous for, including takoyaki, without falling victim to any tourist traps. Your guide can also help you navigate any language barriers when it comes to ordering food.
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Kuromon Market Food Walking Tour in Osaka (6 stops, 6 tastes)
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Discover hidden hiking routes that you likely wouldn’t find alone on this guided tour near the spectacular Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine—a place known for its bright orange torii gates. Following a guide, venture off paved paths and onto secret forest trails to the famous attraction, passing a natural bamboo forest, and a small shrine that’s off the usual tourist trail. The trip also reveals scenic views of Fushimi-Momoyama Castle.
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Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)
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Take a deep-dive into Japanese culture and experience Osaka like a local on this evening walking tour. Join your guide on an exploration of the city’s historic districts, including the former ghetto and the Red Light district. Learn about Osaka’s history, heritage, and local traditions; venture down the backstreets to visit quirky sites often missed by travelers; and sample traditional street foods. Upgrade to include a delicious dinner.
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Deep Osaka Night Walking Tour with Optional Dinner
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Gion, Kyoto's famed geisha district, is packed full of tourists during the day making it difficult to get a sense of the area's culture. Avoid the biggest groups and immerse yourself in Japanese heritage on this small-group walking tour that leads you through the elegant streets after dark, while geisha and maiko make their way to their appointments.
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Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
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Nijo Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and with this tour, you can discover its highlights. To save time waiting in ticket lines, admission is included, and a guide accompanies you as you walk around the grounds. Along the way, hear stories about shogun and emperor rivalry, discover the castle’s most photogenic places, and learn about its history.
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Kyoto: Nijo Castle World Heritage Guided Tour with Admission
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Take control of your Kyoto sightseeing and visit only the sights you wish to see on this private walking tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour lets you customize a half-day or full-day itinerary. Opt to visit the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Nijo Castle, or to stray from the beaten path to see an alternative side of Kyoto. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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Kyoto Customized Private Tour: See Top Attractions in 1 Day
4 to 8 hours
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Follow a customizable itinerary through Kyoto during this bespoke half-day private tour. Simply select with attractions you’d like to visit and enjoy an in-depth visit in the company of your own personal nationally licensed guide. Tours include a front-door pickup at the front of your hotel. Travel like a local by public transportation or taxi; upgrade to include a private car at an additional cost.
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Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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When your trip to Osaka is over, get to Kansai International Airport (KIX) with ease on this pre-booked transfer service. Your driver meets you at your accommodation located anywhere in Osaka’s city center. Then, sit back and relax on the journey to the airport where you arrive with plenty of time before your departure flight.
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Private departure Transfer from Osaka city to Kansai airport
50 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes
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The magic of Kyoto’s Gion district is best experienced when it’s all lit up at night. Enjoy a more personalized approach to discovering Japan’s traditional culture on this small group tour. Wander through narrow back streets and see offbeat temples and shrines that most tourists don’t know to visit. If you’re lucky, you may even see a maiko or geisha.
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Kyoto Gion Night Walk & Geisha District Guided Tour
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Cycle past a mix of Kyoto’s most famous sights and its lesser-known secrets during this half-day ‘Hidden Kyoto’ bike tour. Take a 4.9-mile (8-kilometer) ride that starts by winding past iconic Kyoto temples and shrines like Kinkakuji, Koto-in, and Kitano Tenmagu. Continue exploring off the beaten path, discovering intimate Zen gardens and charming backstreets known only to locals.
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Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour
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While exploring Osaka, take your sightseeing outdoors: by bicycle. This small-group tour introduces visitors to popular attractions as well as local hangouts such as Nakazaki-cho and America Town. Your guide selects the safest route with as little traffic as possible—difficult to do on your own. Enjoy plenty of stops including Osaka Castle, Nakanoshima Park, Nipponbashi Denden Town, and Shitennoji.
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Osaka E-Bike Tour with a Local Guide
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The perfect choice for travelers looking to experience the best of Kyoto, this private tour will take you to a variety of key points of interest within the city. Choose from over 35 different locations including shrines, temples, historic districts, imperial villages, and more to create a custom itinerary that suits your interests. Visit sites like Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nijo Castle, Nishiki Market, or the Gion geisha district, as you learn about Japanese history and culture while traveling with an experienced licensed guide.
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Kyoto Full-Day Private Tour (Osaka departure) with Government-Licensed Guide
8 hours
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A truly unique & authentic experience, made possible by our very small groups — perfect for solo travelers & pairs (just 2–3 guests per tour!) Step into local-favorite izakayas (Japanese-style pubs) — including hidden spots only accessible through this tour — and enjoy a wide variety of local izakaya dishes & Japanese drinks, just like the locals do! You’ll enjoy an authentic taste of Osaka’s nighttime food & drink culture at cozy, non-touristy izakayas mainly frequented by Japanese locals — where you might even chat with the chef or other locals over drinks. With a local, Japanese guide by your side, there’s no need to worry about language or cultural differences. Immerse yourself in Osaka’s izakaya culture & the true essence of its nightlife for a relaxed, fun, and memorable night out! Join us tonight & explore Namba, the heart of Osaka — including areas around Dotonbori, vibrant backstreets, and hidden alleys! *Non-alcoholic options available! *Same-day bookings welcome!
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Osaka Authentic Izakaya Hopping: Hidden Gems & Real Local Spots
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The streets of Kyoto's Gion geisha district are always packed full of tourists during the day. Avoid the big crowds and enjoy a more authentic experience of the culture-rich district on this small-group nighttime walking tour. Take a deep dive into the concealed world of geisha and traditional Japanese culture as you explore ancient streets, temples, and shrines under moonlight. In addition to Gion, you'll also visit other well-preserved historic parts of Kyoto.
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Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
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Kyoto is jam-packed full of temples, shrines, and museums, so you’re bound to feel overwhelmed with all there is to see and do. This private full-day tour of Kyoto whisks you between top sights such as Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine to help you maximize your time. Plus, a private guide means you can set the pace.
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Full Day Tour of Kyoto with Private Transportation
8 to 10 hours
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Tour itinerary is designed based on hiring a car/van for 10 hours (JPY 120,000 for up to 5 pax, JPY 140,000 for up to 8 pax) cash payment on the day tour, cash to the driver) to provide ample time to visit Kyoto's most iconic cultural & historic landmarks, ensuring a comprehensive experience of the city's rich heritage. Itinerary (Customizable): 08:00 Meeting at Osaka or Kobe port 10:00 Arashiyama Bamboo Grove 11:30 Kinkaku-ji temple 13:00 Nishiki Market- Lunch break 14:30 Pontocho and Gion area (Geisha district) 16:00 Fushimi Inari shrine 16:45 back to the port 18:00 Drop off in the port and tour finish
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Shore excursion: Full Day Private Kyoto Tour From Osaka/Kobe Port
10 hours
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Go beyond sightseeing with a walking tour that highlights Osaka’s history, food scene and unique blend of old and new. In addition to sites like Osaka Castle, you’ll learn about areas like Kuromon Market, also known as “Osaka’s Kitchen,” and Amerika-mura, where youth culture in Osaka thrives. You can sample delicious local street food and see hidden areas of the city that preserve elements of traditional Japan.
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Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour: Castle, Dotonbori & Hidden Gems
5 to 7 hours
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The red gates of Kyoto's Fushimi-Inari are beloved of travelers, but this to leads to overcrowding during the day. Avoid the big crowds with this small-group nighttime walking tour. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the shrine as evening falls and learn about its historical and cultural significance from your guide.
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Kyoto Fushimi-Inari Night Walking Tour
1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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Departing at the end of a trip can be a stressful experience, so simplify the process with this handy private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Kansai International Airport. You’ll be met at your hotel and transported to the airport in good time for your onward flight. Vehicles of various sizes can accommodate groups of up to nine passengers.
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Private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Kansai International airport
1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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Get a deeper experience of Kyoto food culture than would be possible on your own by joining this guided food tour. Stroll through the districts of Gion and Pontocho, stopping into small bars and restaurants to sample traditional drinks and food that have been carefully chosen to make up a full meal. The experience also includes the opportunity to try three different types of local sake too.
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Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings)
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