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Private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Kansai International airport

Private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Kansai International airport

In end your trip the easy way with this departure transfer by Private taxi type charter transfer. Your driver will pick you up from your hotel in  Kyoto city to Kansai International Airport. And also your driver will choose the right way to go to the Kansai international airport to make sure the customer will get to the airport on time. We will completely disinfect the vehicle and places a free hand sanitizer on all the seats. Your driver will keep an appropriate distance with you who will assist with luggage and guide you to your vehicle will give you a comfortable, safety, health ride.
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Historical Kyoto Bike Tour (E-bike or sport bike)

Historical Kyoto Bike Tour (E-bike or sport bike)

Your journey through the illustrious lanes of Kyoto demands perfection. Providing these crucial details ensures that the canvas of your experience is painted without a single brush out of place. Before starting the tour, you will be fitted for a helmet, given a bike, and ready for the tour on two wheels. We believe that cycling is the best way to truly immerse yourself in the culture and beauty of Kyoto. Our knowledgeable and friendly guides will lead you through the most picturesque streets and hidden gems, sharing fascinating stories and historical insights along the way. Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. We provide well-maintained bicycles and safety equipment, to ensure a smooth and enjoyable ride Our group sizes are small, allowing for a personalized and intimate experience.
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Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch

Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch

Combine the fun and freedom of cycling with the discovery of a new city as we explore Kyoto's best known site alongside some of our own favourite secrets! Navigate the backstreets with a friendly, bilingual and experienced guide, explore local shrines and grand temples, quaint shopping arcades and riverside paths while learning about the sites you visit in a light, interesting and fun way. Cycle on high quality 'Trek' and 'Giant' hybrid bikes, sample an authentic and delicious lunch and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Japan's ancient capital. * Must be 13+ to participate as a rider
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Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day

Samurai School in Kyoto: Samurai for a Day

Learn about the etiquette of samurai classes in feudal Japan and practice some basic Kenbu, including how to use the Japanese sword. Full Kenbu lesson to learn choreographed movements with a sword and folding fan. Top off your experience of this traditional Japanese art with a photo session in costume, and take home a certificate of achievement.
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Kyoto Local Bar Crawl in Kawaramachi Area

Kyoto Local Bar Crawl in Kawaramachi Area

Please find out this tour on IG #travel.japan_together Let's enjoy bar hopping tour at Kyoto Kawaramachi area! Our guide will take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people. Normally we will guide you two places, "Kawaramachi" and "Kiyamachi" Kawaramachi: It's definitely the heart of Kyoto, and you can enjoy vibrant atmosphere there. We will show you hidden alley as well, with local tour guide. Kiyamachi: it feels there are many hideaway local restaurants, and bars. You can enjoy authentic and traditional vibes of Kyoto. ※If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance. ※Alcoholic drinks is not suitable for children 19 years old or under. ※We split the total amount, and 99 yen or less will be rounded up to make accounting smoother.
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Sushi Making Experience in KYOTO

Sushi Making Experience in KYOTO

We will take you through the steps of making delicious sushi starting with preparing the lightly vinegared rice and finishing off with the perfect sushi roll! Together we will be making various types of sushi including Temaki-zushi which you will be able to prepare when you return home! At the end of the workshop you will be given a new sushi rolling mat (which is essential for making sushi!) and a recipe card to make sushi again so you can prepare some for your friends and family back home!
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Kyoto Foodie Night Tour

Kyoto Foodie Night Tour

- 7+ mouth-watering Kyoto-style Japanese food tastings, enough for a full dinner meal, served from locally-owned restaurants (Menu may vary every time based on the fresh ingredients at the market). - 3 drinks as we taste local style dinner. You may also choose your drinks (Beer, sake & other drinks). Non-alcoholic beverages are also available. - Explore Kyoto, visiting popular spots as well as hidden gems. Enjoy the unique scenes of Nishiki Market, Pontocho, and Kiyamachi. *please let us know if there is any food restrictions about a week before the tour date. Vegetarian & vegan options are limited for this tour.
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The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Kyoto: The 10 Tastings

The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Kyoto: The 10 Tastings

Eat your way through Kyoto's culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Gyozas and Japanese pepper ice cream. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard
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Kyoto Fushimi-Inari Night Walking Tour

Kyoto Fushimi-Inari Night Walking Tour

Join us for an unforgettable evening walking tour of Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of Kyoto's most iconic and enchanting sites away from the daytime crowds and heats. In this tour, we visit Fushimi Inari Shrine near sunset, experience the mystical ambiance of the shrine's famous red Torii gates under the soft glow of lanterns. ❗️ Prior to the tour, please ensure WhatsApp or SMS is available for easy communication. Our tour guide will use these platforms to contact you. ✅ This is English Guided Walking Tour. Explore the rich history and cultural significance of Fushimi Inari Shrine with a knowledgeable guide who will share fascinating stories and insights. ✅ We will provide you Different Experiences. Enjoy a serene and less crowded experience as we visit the shrine during the quieter evening hours. ✅ We will see Breathtaking Sights. Witness the stunning transformation of the shrine at dusk, when the vermilion gates and surrounding forest take on an ethereal beauty.
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From Osaka-Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1Day Bus Tour

From Osaka-Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1Day Bus Tour

Start from the VIP Lounge in Osaka or Kyoto. Visit to Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Golden Pavilion, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site with its dazzling golden exterior and serene gardens. Your ticket is included! Explore Arashiyama and its renowned Bamboo Grove, a magical forest of towering green stalks creating a unique and tranquil experience. For lunch, enjoy a traditional meal at "Kyoto Wasabi," a historic Kyoto townhouse, featuring Kyoto pork and tofu shabu-shabu. If you choose the no-meal option, you’ll have 120 minutes to explore local dining options and the picturesque surroundings of Arashiyama at your own pace. Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates forming a stunning tunnel up Mount Inari. Experience Nara Park’s friendly deer and visit UNESCO World Heritage site Todai-ji Temple, home to Japan’s colossal Buddha statue. End the tour with a bus return, choosing from two disbanding locations in Kyoto or Osaka.
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Kyoto Day Trip using Private Car with English Driver (up to 5)

Kyoto Day Trip using Private Car with English Driver (up to 5)

This tour package will bring you to see the beautiful temple or shrine in Kyoto with a comfortable private transport. We would recommend itinerary: Arashiyama (Bamboo Forest) -> Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) -> Kiyomizu Temple -> Fushimi Inari Taisha -> Hotel However you can also choose and customize your own itinerary
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Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in Kyoto

Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in Kyoto

On this cultural experience, you will have a full experience of wearing traditional Japanese kimono and a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. You will learn all you need to know about the tea ceremony from a friendly English-speaking tea master in relaxed manner. Your memorable moments will be captured by our professional photographer and you will receive 3 photos as a memento of your experience. Highlights: ■ Interactive cultural experience including the demonstration of the tea ceremony and wearing Kimono in a traditional house ■ Learn the history and culture of traditional Japanese tea ceremony ■ Enjoy making your own Matcha green tea ■ You will receive 3 photos as a memento of your experience Itinerary: ■10:00/14:00 Meet at the venue (@Nishiki Orizuruya). ■10:15/14:15 Change your clothes to Kimono and enter the tea room. Watch the tea ceremony demonstration in English. ■You will make your own Match green tea and have it with Japanese sweets. ■11:45/15:45 Finish the experience
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Kyoto Custom Private Car Tour with Local Guide

Kyoto Custom Private Car Tour with Local Guide

☆It is efficient because you will be guided by both a driver and a guide. This is a comfortable private car tour in Kyoto that can be fully customized to your preferences. We accommodate all requests. ・Experience… Kimono experience, tea ceremony, playing traditional games with a geisha, sake pairing, hot spring bathing, and more. ・Private car… understand it can be cumbersome to research and book these on your own, so we will arrange everything for you. ・Visit the temples and shrines that are the highlights of Kyoto. We will take you to places where you can enjoy the seasonal beauty. Whether you are looking for tableware, samurai swords, clothing, or souvenirs, we can recommend the best shops tailored to your preferences. We will book local favorite restaurants based on your desired menu.
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3 Days Private Osaka Kyoto and Nara Tour with English Driver

3 Days Private Osaka Kyoto and Nara Tour with English Driver

You will have an amazing and Unforgettable 3 Days in Japan with us! There are several attractive spots in western Japan, we will share with you how to enjoy all the things to do in Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka in just 3 days. Sightseeing Osaka City, Japan's second-largest metropolitan area after Tokyo, and the economic powerhouse of the Kansai Region for many centuries. Transfer to visit Kyoto city, which served as Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is one of the country's ten largest cities with countless temples, shrines, and other historically priceless structures surviving in the city Next Day. Transfer to visit Nara, Japan's first permanent capital, established in the year 710, and which remains full of historic treasures, including some of Japan's oldest and largest temples. We can pick up all travelers from their locations in Osaka. Our tour is fully customizable
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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Day Trip from Kyoto with a Local: Private & Personalized

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Day Trip from Kyoto with a Local: Private & Personalized

Enjoy a dreamy day trip to the tranquil district of Arashiyama, home to famous Bamboo Grove and some very cheeky monkeys! Visit some of the temples and explore the riverbanks around the Togetsukyo Bridge. Venture to the well-preserved, Saga-Toriimoto Street and smaller sites like Gioji. Sample an authentic meal at a neighborhood eatery - we find that lunch always seems to roll around eventually. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
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