Kyoto Izakaya Tour: Discover Local Bar Gems

Explore Kyoto’s hidden izakaya gems, savor local cuisine, and immerse in authentic culture with a local expert. Discover Kyoto’s culinary secrets and vibrant traditions.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Minamiza: The Kabuki Theater of Kyoto - Meet at Minamiza, a historic theater in Kyoto celebrated for its traditional performances.
  • Gion Shirakawa - Gion Shirakawa-dori is a charming, picturesque street in the heart of Kyoto’s historic Gion district. With its traditional architecture and scenic river views, it captures the timeless beauty of…
What's Included
  • Dinner
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Tea and coffee
  • Tour Photos
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

This is a tour exploring the local izakaya bars in Kyoto. During this tour, you’ll have the chance to visit traditional izakaya spots and hidden local gems in Gion, Pontocho, and Kawaramachi, where you can enjoy local cuisine and sake. Guided by a local expert, you’ll delve into the authentic izakaya culture and the history of Kyoto’s cuisine, offering…

Location
Minamiza Theater
The meeting place is under the large red lantern after exiting from exit number 6 at Gion-Shijo Station.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Johnma7764jz
Apr 8, 2025
Great food tour. - Really excellent. Three great locations in places we would not find. Really good food and very good value. Our guide was very helpful, informative and fun to be with.
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737raines
Mar 31, 2025
Good Time! - Had a great time with great food, tour guides Soyo and Yue were fantastic! Enjoyed all 3 food stops, matcha ice cream overlooking cherry blossoms was a great way to finish the night. Highly Recommend!
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Elizabeth_m
Mar 30, 2025
Local food tour - Had an amazing night with our fab guide Sura!!!! Knowledgeable relaxed and easy to talk and loved the fact we went to places close to all the busy locations but supporting smaller locals. Supporting locals and local tour guide is the best way to do this guided tour.
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Nomad150382
Mar 28, 2025
Kyoto Local Gourmet Night Experience: Kaiseki & Izakaya & Matcha - Akari was unbelievably good fun and looked after us so well. We just had a good laugh and were able to ask so many questions about customs and the Japanese way of life. I would highly recommend for all ages.
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Daytrip46026080382
Jan 14, 2025
Fun food tour - Great food tour, the guide was very knowledgable and introduced us to a few restaurants and bars that we would not normally have tried.
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Traveler40713560972
Jan 9, 2025
Loved this tour! - The guide was very kind and friendly! I'm glad to learn how to order locally. The price was reasonable, so I would like to make a reservation next time I visit Kyoto :)
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Compass53095070152
Dec 29, 2024
Great night out in Kyoto - Amazing food, great tour. Loved our guide Marino- She was so great! A variety of food and drinks and all were delicious! Highly recommend!
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Daytrip53525475154
Dec 15, 2024
Unforgettable experience! - We absolutely loved our foodie tour in Kyoto with Marino. The food was fantastic and there is no way we would have found these wonderful spots ourselves. We loved chatting with Marino about Japanese culture and customs. One of the best experiences during our trip!
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Dream24245668723
Dec 14, 2024
Best Experience Ever - This was my first time booking a food tour. We had a great time enjoying the local food also enjoyed talking with the guide! We was amazed at the volume and cosiness of the food. We would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a food tour! Thank you!
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Scenic30570490422
Oct 24, 2024
Strongly recommended :) - This was my first experience with guide to explore city and simply the experience was amazing. You can talk with local people who is guide and ask question about culture. I definitely recommend this to every tourist, It worth trying! If I have a chance, I will try tokyo one that they produce. Thank you so much!
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From $105
up to 7 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).