Japan · FOOD TOURS IN KYOTO
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 4 food tours in Kyoto worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Explore Gion and Pontocho over nine-plus dishes, six sake tastings, and three hours of local food, history, and backstreet Kyoto.
“J is a great tour guide! He is super knowledgeable about Kyoto, especially the Gieko districts and the local architecture. He provided great recommendations and conversation. He was the reason the tour was really fun! Thanks, J!”
Taste 13 Kyoto specialties at four small eateries while walking lantern-lit Pontocho and Gion with an English-speaking local guide.
“Unfortunately, we did not love this tour. We thought all the food was very average and not exceptional at all. Our guide sounded very rehearsed and repetitive, like he was reading from a script it felt quite boring to be honest. Several meals wRead more”
Walk Kyoto’s Gion and Pontocho by night, tasting up to 13 Japanese dishes, sampling sake, and learning about geiko culture in a group of eight.
“We had a lovely guide who shared history and facts as we walked. We tried so many different and unique foods. it was a great experience.”
Taste 15 Kyoto dishes across Gion, from yakitori and tonkatsu to sushi and tempura, with a local guide and two drinks included.
“Fun night out trying great food with wonderful company! Leo was so personable and flexible! Grateful for his time and guidance.”
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