Kyoto Gion Premium Sushi or Japanese Dinner with Local Guide
Step into the heart of Kyoto’s historic Gion district and enjoy an unforgettable evening of authentic Japanese cuisine.
Your English-speaking local guide will take you to a hand-selected, hard-to-reserve restaurant beloved by locals—one that’s typically inaccessible to tourists. Choose between premium sushi or refined Japanese dishes (such as kaiseki or tempura), prepared with seasonal ingredients by skilled chefs.
This exclusive experience includes two drinks and personalized guidance, allowing you to fully relax and immerse yourself in Kyoto’s elegant culinary world.
✦ 1 restaurant / Approx. 1.5–2 hours / Small group only ✦ Perfect for couples, food lovers, and first-time Kyoto visitors
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Kyoto Gion Premium Sushi or Japanese Dinner with Local Guide
What's included in Kyoto Gion Premium Sushi or Japanese Dinner with Local Guide
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Minamiza TheaterPass-by Only
We will meet at Minami-za, Japan’s oldest theater with a rich history, designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property and known for showcasing traditional Japanese performing arts such as Kabuki.
Hanamikoji Street
As you stroll along the charming stone-paved streets in the heart of Gion, you’ll find traditional wooden teahouses and a variety of restaurants on both sides. You might even catch a glimpse of a maiko or geiko passing by.
Gion
In Kyoto’s prestigious Gion district, you’ll dine at exclusive, reservation-only Japanese restaurants—such as sushi, tempura, or kaiseki—where you can savor authentic Japanese cuisine and sake while watching master chefs at work.
Inclusions
- “Your local guide will escort you.”
- An exquisite course dining experience at an upscale Japanese restaurant
- Each guest may enjoy up to 2 drinks, including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.
- Tour Photos
- “Hotel pick-up and drop-off”
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of booking. We will do our best to accommodate your request, but some restrictions may not be possible depending on the restaurant.
- Please note: Due to exclusive restaurant reservations that require prepayment, this tour is non-refundable. Thank you for your understanding.
- Please note: This tour is only available for participants aged 10 and above. A maximum of 4 guests can be booked per tour. Children (10 years and older) will be charged the same rate as adults.
- We handle all inquiries and communication via email only. Please note that we do not offer phone support.
- Pricing varies by group size. Please make sure to select the correct number of participants when booking.
- Pricing varies by group size. Please make sure to select the correct number of participants when booking.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Just outside Exit 6 of Keihan Line’s Gion-Shijo Station. Please look for the guide holding a green flag with “JAPAN AMAZING TOUR” written on it.
