Kyoto 2026 Calendar of Events
Kyoto, Japan
Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Kyoto (Updated 2026)
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dardor2016, Sep 2026
Wonderful Fushimi Inari Shrine experience with Matt
The tour was amazing! We discovered so many beautiful paths and hidden spots that we would never have found on our own, while also avoiding the crowds.Most importantly, Matt was an incredible guide—curious, knowledgeable, and always happy to share his insights. His explanations were clear, respectful, and easy to follow, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable.I also loved the fact that he shares my appreciation for wild boars! 😊Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique, authentic, and enjoyable experience of Fushimi Inari Shrine
465luisangelv, Sep 2026
Full day tour in Kyoto and Nara
It was such a fun time and very enjoyable! I would recommend to get lunch included when you book. The staff were excellent as well and very nice.

New York City
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKICandice_B, Sep 2026
A beautiful experience of...
A beautiful experience of the tea ceremony with whilst wearing a kimono. Our host shared the history of the tea ceremony and the team were very helpful when dressing in the kimono. A must do experience in Kyoto.
Guillaume_S, Sep 2026
Amazing Food Tour!
I wanted to experience & discover local food in Kyoto and this tour was superb! Rita explained the history of some places, and we went to 3 different restaurants/bars to try a variety of food and drinks. Everything was delicious! Additionally, Rita talked about aspects of the Japanese culture, both nowadays and from the last. I learned about maikos & geikos, Japanese language and education, work culture etc. All while discovering yummy food. :) That was a great night I thoroughly enjoyed, and can only highly recommend!

New York City
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKIthaybaldao, Sep 2026
Once in a lifetime opportunity
Such an unique experience! I felt so lovely wearing the kymono. The hairstyle and accessories were also so pretty. Staff was really kind and the tea ceremony was really peaceful. Emy was an amazing host. Pictures in the garden were gorgeous! Highly recommend!

New York City
Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tourRichard_A, Sep 2026
Best tour in Japan.
This was the best tour we’ve had while in Japan. Very informative and interesting. Michael was a fantastic guide and very engaging. Bike ride was fun and easy, even in a bit of rain. Highly recommend.

New York City
Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tourGlobalator, Sep 2026
Sean is great!
We had a wonderful bike-tour. Our guide, Sean, was fun, careful and extremely knowledgeable. He knew everything about the temples and shrines and above all about the history behind all of them. Our half-day tour was just great!
Seanos70, Sep 2026
Great day out and excellent walk.
Fantastic tour through the bamboo Forrest, local temples and I learnt lots about the local history.
Trip26857958099, Sep 2026
Thanks for the great experience
We had a wonderful market tour with Kazu, who was friendly, warm, and easygoing. We sampled a delicious variety of Japanese specialties, including Wagyu beef, tempura, and sake, and visited a shrine, a temple, and an izakaya for a fantastic blend of food and culture. Kazu also showed us where to find a high-quality Japanese cooking knife.His insights into Japanese cuisine, culture, and everyday life, combined with the relaxed and personal atmosphere, made the tour especially enjoyable. We highly recommend it!
Venture04670270257, Sep 2026
Excellent guide
Great guide Oisin. Engaging knowledgeable and great fun. Clear instructions for the meet up and couldn’t fault it.
adamkK4113YU, Sep 2026
Amazing Tour.
Oisin was an amazing tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and made it very enjoyable.
Jerry_E, Sep 2026
Jerry's Kyoto Bamboo Forest & Hidden Garden Walking Tour
The tour started out slow inside the city of Kyoto. However, by the time it ended w/ a vegitarian lunch, we had been in the mountains visiting temples & shrines. Some overlooked the city. Some included water gardens. While some were based on Zen principles. This tour/hike was sometimes rigorous and required a little more stamina than other city tours of temples & shrines. I highly recommend it (Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Hidden Garden Walking Tour)

New York City
One-Day Tour of Kyoto’s Highlights from Osaka/Kyotoaleynaa627, Sep 2026
Kyoto trip
We had the best time! Our guide was so friendly and gave us tons of interesting information along the way. Also I got to see all the places I probably would’ve missed if I had gone on my own. It was worth every second!

New York City
Kyoto Samurai Experienceejaartved, Sep 2026
Interesting and fun experience
Amazing staff and great experience overall. Staff was friendly and helpful. Can recommend this.
edmondb329, Sep 2026
10/10 all around
My wife and I did this tour on our honeymoon in Japan. We had an absolutely wonderful time with our tour guide, Jimmy. He took us to very fun places with great food and drink, and he kept a very lighthearted and fun vibe. 10/10 would recommend this tour for anyone looking for a night out in Kyoto.
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