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

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Kyoto, Japan

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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.

What's Included

  • Vegetarian menu only available for advanced request / Vegan & gluten-free unavailable)
  • 2 drinks (Alcohol and Non-alcohol available)
  • 6+ kinds of Sake tastings

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    〒605-0076 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Kawabatachō, 川端四条

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    Gion Shirakawa (pass by)

    See around Gion Shirakawa area
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    Gion

    We will stop by a traditional restaurant that serves Kyoto local foods such as Obanzai (Kyoto vegetable plates).
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Pontocho District

    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.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Kawaramachidori

    At the final stop, we'll taste Japanese sake at the standing bar. Also soft drinks are available.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Kamogawa River (pass by)

    Kamogawa RiverThe 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.
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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for people with mobility issues
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kyoto Night Foodie Tour in Gion (9+ dishes + 6 Sake tastings)?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (JST). Read more Apr 2025

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    Activity code: C-63670P6

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

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • 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
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
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