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Gion is known for its geisha culture and traditions, and this walking tour takes you to explore the hidden alleyways and places that most visitors miss. Learn insider stories about geisha life, with the chance to spot geisha along the way. The walk also takes in quiet backstreets, a 1,000-year-old shrine, and some of Kyoto’s most photogenic locations.
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Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour
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Embark on a vetted Osaka adventure that was showcased on Channel 5 British TV's "Jane McDonald in Japan." This tour is not your average experience—it's a genuine, quirky, and unfiltered snapshot of Osaka. All your insider guides to entertain you with personal stories, historical facts, and plenty of enthusiasm and humor. Whether you prefer a private and customized tour or a lively group tour with fellow explorers, the choice is yours.
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Osaka Kickstart: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Tour
3 to 7 hours
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2024 Winner of Viator's 10th Best Experience in the Whole of Asia Award. Eat your way around Osaka on this tantalizing foodie tour, where your local guide will take you to a handful of hidden eateries that have been featured on the hit Netflix series "Somebody Feed Phil." Over the course of the tour, sample a variety of different dishes that range from gyoza to takoyaki to kitsune udon and more. You’ll also try two drinks, alcoholic and nonalcoholic, to give you a full picture of the food and drink culture of the area.
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Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries
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Embark on a journey through time in Kyoto and Nara, where tradition blends harmoniously with modernity. In Nara Park, encounter the free-roaming deer that charmingly bow to you in hopes of a treat. Explore the magnificent torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine, and visit the Arashiyama area, which includes the serene Bamboo Forest, Nonomiya Shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site Tenryu-ji Temple, the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge, Arashiyama Rilakkuma Tea House and the beautiful Kimono Forest. Depart from Osaka or Kyoto, experience a magical fusion of nature and history with our friendly and professional guide.
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From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour
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Even if your visit to Japan doesn’t coincide with the official sumo season, you can still watch wrestlers show off their skills during a sumo show experience in Kyoto. Not only will you watch the retired athletes perform classic moves in a traditional ring, but you’ll enjoy unlimited food and drinks, and you can even challenge a wrestler to a match.
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Kyoto: Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot & Geisha
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This guided tour helps you discover Kyoto’s dispersed temples, shrines, and cultural attractions in one day. Save time researching and planning your trip, by having the itinerary organized for you. Travel in an air-conditioned coach for a hassle-free day. Highlights include Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Sagano Bamboo Forest, and Kinkaku-ji Temple—admission tickets are included for all.
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PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour
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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of sumo wrestling in Osaka, where tradition meets excitement. Discover the rich history and sacred rituals of this ancient sport while witnessing a demonstration of authentic training and legendary techniques, including the dramatic tachiai match featuring retired sumo wrestlers. For the adventurous, limited spots are available to step into the ring and face a sumo wrestler yourself. This experience is perfect for both seasoned fans and newcomers alike, blending cultural insight with thrilling action.
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Osaka Sumo Experience with Live Show and Audience Challenge
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Nara is one of Japan's most-visited destinations, which means it gets crowded during the day. Dodge the biggest crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience of the ancient Japanese capital on this early-morning, small-group tour. Admire landmarks including Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Park, home to free-roaming deer, while learning about the long history of this sacred place.
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Nara Early Morning Tour (Kyoto or Osaka Departure Available)
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Rather than drinking matcha in a restaurant, this traditional tea ceremony lets you watch a tea master prepare it from scratch. Held in a beautiful teahouse overlooking a famous garden, the setting offers peaceful views as you take part. The session includes two cups of matcha and traditional Japanese sweets, all served through a series of graceful rituals.
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Kyoto Kiyomizu Tea Ceremony with Scenic Garden Views
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Discover Kyoto’s picturesque Arashiyama district without doing any research or itinerary planning, thanks to this efficient small-group walking tour. Meet your guide at Tully's Coffee near Randen Arashiyama Station before exploring the famous Bamboo Forest, Tenryu-ji Temple, Nonomiya Shrine, and Monkey Park Iwatayama to see the macaques. Admission is included, saving time waiting in line.
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Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour
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Osaka, known as “Japan’s Kitchen,” is famous for its street food and regional dishes. Sample many of these local specialties in one evening on this authentic food tour in the often overlooked area of Shinsekai. You’ll get to try 15 dishes at 5 different establishments, with two drinks included. Weave through arcades and side alleys filled with locals as you visit these different restaurants.
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Hungry Osaka Street Food Tour:15 Tastings & 3 Drinks with a Local
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Explore Osaka on Foot – A Guided Walking Tour of Top Attractions Join our Osaka walking tour and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, history, and beauty of Japan’s second-largest city. This Osaka sightseeing tour offers a comprehensive look at the city’s top landmarks. What You’ll Experience: • Osaka Castle • Shitennoji Temple • Shinsekai District • Dotonbori Area • Kuromon Market • Local Insights Our friendly guide will lead you through the city’s historical sites, giving you insider knowledge about Osaka’s past and present. Don’t miss the chance to explore the heart of Osaka like a local! Perfect for: •First-time visitors looking for an in-depth tour of the city. •Those interested in historical sightseeing and modern Osaka culture. •Travelers who want a personal, guided experience of Osaka landmarks. •For cruise passengers: We offer an option for pick up at Tempozan Terminal Port, please feel free to choose this option, or come to our store in Namba.
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Walk Osaka in 4 Hours: Castle, Dotonbori, Highlights – Top Spots
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Language barriers can make it difficult to find the best places to eat in Kyoto, but this guided food tour removes the guesswork. Set in the atmospheric Gion district, a local guide leads you to a curated selection of eateries to sample seasonal Kyoto specialties. To keep things simple, food tastings are included, along with a complimentary drink at two different venues.
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Kyoto: Gion Food Tour 13 Dishes at 4 Eateries
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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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When visiting Osaka, it can be challenging to discover where the locals go to eat and drink. Join some Osaka residents for a night out, and come home feeling like you’ve made new friends. Your personable guides navigate a small group of eight or fewer to the izakayas and backstreet bars of Namba and Shinsaibashi, where you sample local food and drink throughout the evening.
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Osaka Backstreet Nightlife & Street Food Walking Tour
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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
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Discover both modern and traditional sides of history-rich Kyoto during this full-day private tour. Travel like a local by public transportation as you tick off the city’s most celebrated sights, from UNESCO-listed Nijo Castle to the well-preserved neighborhood of Higashiyama and streets of Gion, otherwise known as Kyoto’s Geisha district.
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Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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The Koyasan Okunoin Night Tour offers a unique pilgrimage through the serene and sacred grounds of Okunoin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guided by a resident expert in traditional attire, this tour uncovers the rich history and mysteries surrounding Kobo Daishi Kukai, the founder of Koyasan. Spanning 80 minutes, participants will walk approximately 3 km on tranquil paths, immersing in the spiritual atmosphere while learning about Shingon Buddhism and local legends. This experience also includes assistance to a bus stop post-tour, ensuring a smooth return to your accommodation. - 【Official night tour】 operating since 2011, providing exclusive insights. - 【Resident guides】 share deep stories about Koyasan's history and legends. - Evening walking tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
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Koyasan Okunoin Night Tour Sacred Pilgrimage Experience
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Ramen is one of Japan’s most popular dishes—a noodle and broth soup, topped with various meat or vegetable combinations. On this tour, learn how to make ramen from scratch at a local ramen factory, including making the noodles, mixing the soup, and adding the toppings. Finish by enjoying your delicious bowl of home-cooked ramen. The factory is also Halal-certified and vegetarian and vegan options are available on request.
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No.1 Ramen Experience in Kyoto – 5.0 rated, 2,100+ reviews
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If you’re interested in Japan’s ninja culture, then this is the experience for you. Rather than just watching ninja movies or visiting a museum, this hands-on experience allows you to forge a real ninja weapon. Safely learn how to heat, hammer, and shape your weapon, with guidance from skilled craftsmen. Then, engrave your weapon and have a memorable souvenir to take home.
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Authentic Ninja Weapon Forging Experience in Kyoto
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This hands-on culinary experience in Kyoto offers much more than your standard sushi-making class. As well as learning tips and tricks to get the iconic rolled rice dish right at home, you’ll witness a live tuna cutting demonstration and will have the chance to make and eat unlimited sushi rather than a limited amount.
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Sushi Making Class in Kyoto
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Embark on a captivating adventure that brings together the profound history of Hiroshima and the enchanting beauty of Miyajima. Glide across the water on a scenic ferry ride to Miyajima Island, where the extraordinary Itsukushima Shrine and its iconic floating torii gate await. Wander through picturesque streets filled with local charm, delight in regional flavors, and enjoy the company of the island’s gentle free-roaming deer. Your journey continues at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a deeply moving place that invites reflection as you stand before the Atomic Bomb Dome and other powerful memorials. With effortless transportation and the support of a knowledgeable guide, this tour offers a truly immersive and inspiring experience, showcasing the very heart and soul of Japan’s heritage.
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Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka
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Step into a dreamlike world at teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka—a one-of-a-kind nighttime experience you won’t find anywhere else! This isn’t your typical garden stroll; it’s a captivating fusion of cutting-edge digital art and the serene beauty of nature, brought to life by the world-renowned teamLab collective. As the sun sets, the entire botanical garden transforms into a glowing, interactive wonderland where lights respond to your presence and sounds echo through the trees and water. You’ll wander through forests of radiant cypress trees and gaze across lakes dotted with floating, glowing lamps—all synced in a breathtaking symphony of light and sound. Perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers seeking something truly magical, this experience promises unforgettable moments and Instagram-worthy scenes at every turn. Book now and be part of a living, breathing artwork that only comes alive at night!
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TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket
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Experience a warm cultural welcome to Japan with an authentic tea ceremony in traditional kimonos in Kyoto. Dress in a classic kimono, sip authentic matcha green tea, sample Japanese sweets and learn the customs and history behind this cherished ritual. It’s a perfect way to immerse yourself in Japanese culture.
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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI
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