Private walking tour of Kyoto with Italian-Japanese guides
This tour is led by an Italian-Japanese couple living in Kyoto and will take you to discover not only the most iconic places in the city, but also the lesser known ones, selected thanks to our direct experience in the area. We will take you through temples, shrines and historic districts, but also to small local craft shops, antiques and hidden cafes, which we discovered in our daily lives. Our look combines the point of view of the Italian traveler with Japanese sensibility, offering an authentic, curated and deeply personal experience. It is not a simple sightseeing tour, but an immersion in the real Kyoto, with the warmth of those who live and love it every day.
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Private Tour of Kyoto
What's included in Private walking tour of Kyoto with Italian-Japanese guides
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Nishiki Tenmangu
We will visit the Nishiki Tenmangū Shrine, a small but fascinating sacred place dedicated to the deity of wisdom. We will discover its traditions, history and local rituals in an authentic atmosphere in the heart of Kyoto.
Nishiki Market Shopping District
We will stroll through the lively stalls of Nishiki Market, the “Kyoto Cuisine Market”, to discover local flavors, typical ingredients and gastronomic curiosities of the Japanese tradition. An authentic experience between scents and colors.
Gion ShirakawaPass-by Only
Gion Shirakawa is a picturesque area along the canal, famous for its cobbled alleys, swaying willows and traditional tea houses. A corner of Kyoto perfect for a quiet walk through history, nature and timeless charm.
Inclusions
- Accompaniment in Italian by an Italian-Japanese couple
- Train ticket from Gion Shijo to Fushimi Inari (round trip) costs ¥440 per person and is not included in the tour. Each participant will have to buy it personally.
- Lunch
- All entrances to temples in the program
- During the tour we will have a break in a traditional cafe for a matcha, with an indicative charge of about ¥1,000 per person, not included in the tour price.
- Traditional Kyūdō experience (Japanese archery)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers not trained to walk
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- We will meet in front of the Nishiki Tenmangū Shrine, located at the entrance of the famous Nishiki Market, in the center of Kyoto. The red torii of the sanctuary is easily recognizable. Please arrive at least 5 minutes in advance.
End Points
- At the end of the visit to Fushimi Inari, we will take the train back to Gion Shijo Station, where our tour will end. A last look at the most authentic Kyoto, between spirituality, tradition and timeless beauty.
