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Please find out this tour on IG #travel.japan_together Let's enjoy bar hopping tour at Kyoto Kawaramachi area! Our guide will take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people. Normally we will guide you two places, "Kawaramachi" and "Kiyamachi" Kawaramachi: It's definitely the heart of Kyoto, and you can enjoy vibrant atmosphere there. We will show you hidden alley as well, with local tour guide. Kiyamachi: it feels there are many hideaway local restaurants, and bars. You can enjoy authentic and traditional vibes of Kyoto. ※If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance. ※Alcoholic drinks is not suitable for children 19 years old or under. ※We split the total amount, and 99 yen or less will be rounded up to make accounting smoother.

Learn all about the history and techniques of sake production—and taste a range of different sake styles—on this small-group Kyoto tour. Visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum for an immersive introduction to sake. Then, follow your guide to an atmospheric local bar where you can sample a range of different sake varieties. Learn all about sake—from its history and brewing processes to distinguishing its different tastes.

◼︎Drink like a local! Bar hopping in the backstreets of Pontocho◼︎ To start this All-in-one bar hopping walking tour that Drinks & Foods are all included, our local guide will take you to an izakaya bar (a local tavern) on Pontocho street, one of the most well known night streets, full of local izakayas. We will be taking you to places only the locals know and recommend, making for a one and only experience! ◼︎Various drink and izakaya food tastings◼︎ We'll continue bar hopping walking around in the backstreets of Kyoto. You can try some authentic izakayas that serve yakitori or sashimi with crisp, cold draft beer. If you're a sake-lover, we will help you navigate through a sake standing bar that serves Kyoto-made sake. You can enjoy the night like a local! Magical Trip is a local tour operator with the TripAdvisor certificate of excellence that offers various types of small-group tours throughout Japan! Check out our Trip Advisor Page for more tours and our reviews!

Would you like to experience restaurants and bars LOVED by locals? Hi I am Takeshi, your friendly personal guide who’s passionate about Kyoto’s Bar Hopping scene. On this tour I will guide you to authentic bars and restaurants so you can really experience Kyoto like a local. You will discover delicious food and drinks whilst meeting new people! This will be an experience you won’t forget. I will guide you Places you can’t easily Google!!! By taking this tour, you will support the local businesses of Kyoto Only guests over 20 years old, up to 4people in total can participate. This tour is private tour so you can enjoy with your friends! If you have any special requests for location, food, dates, etc., I will be happy to organize a tour to meet your needs. I am sincerely looking forward to joining you on a tour that will make you feel "I am really glad I came to Kyoto!"

Kyoto’s beautiful area of Arashiyama is known for its bamboo groves, but instead of being stuck in crowds—this small-group activity offers a completely different experience. Enjoy a hands-on lesson in a bamboo craftsman’s house and learn how to make your own bamboo souvenir—such as an LED lantern, sake bottle, teacup, or even a smartphone holder.

Kyoto is not the only place for sightseeing at noon, you can also enjoy real nightlife in Kyoto! We will take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. Also take you to some deep & hidden places you never know. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people.

For those new to the Japanese rice wine, sake can be something of a mystery. Unravel those mysteries on this tour to Kyoto's Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, which has been making sake since 1637. See how producers have made sake throughout the past few hundred years, and understand the techniques they use. Enjoy sampling some of the sake and then have lunch (included) in the restaurant.

This unique bar hopping program is available only during the summer months of July and throughout August. After meeting your master guide, you will first make a toast at a standing　bar, which is not easy to enter, even for Japanese people at first glance! After enjoying sake and snacks casually with the locals, take a cab to a limited-time "beer garden" (open-air bar, a Japanese summer tradition) where Maikos will serve you. Only here will you have a memorable time with Maikos! Includes one drink and one dish (entrance fee to the beer garden) at each bar. *If you would like a Maiko to attend to you, you can order more, but you must pay for them yourself. Cash only. *Please note in advance that you are responsible for your return to your hotel or other place after the tour.

Pub crawls – or “nomi aruki,” as we call them in Japan – are an excellent way to see a side of Kyoto that tourists usually miss. Your guide, Kenji, spent many years working at a sake brewery in Hyogo. His duties included the pleasure of tasting over 1,000 sakes from breweries in Japan – and around the world. Kenji will take you to two or three special bars with delicious food and drinks tailored to your individual preferences. Explore Kyoto's sake, craft beer, and food culture with Kenji, a certified international sake sommelier, right in the heart of Kyoto! Even if you don't consume alcohol, you're welcome to enjoy Kyoto's delicious cuisine with us, but all guests on the tour need to be at least 20 years old. It's very important that we know about any dietary restrictions you might have. Please let us know when you make your reservation. Group size: 2 - 4 people

Ready for a night to remember? Step into the shoes of a Kyoto local as you venture into the city's vibrant nightlife with our "Kyoto Night Owls" tour. You'll start at the buzzing Shijo Kawaramachi, where urban energy and an array of bars await. Traverse Kiyamachi Street, a treasure trove of hidden sake bars and enticing yakitori stands, before winding your way through the timeless alleys of Pontocho, a geisha district steeped in tradition. Each stop is an opportunity to clink glasses with locals and fellow travelers, tasting Kyoto's spirit in every sip. Ready for the night of your life? The stage is set.

Try something new and oh so Japanese when you take a dip in a Japanese bathhouse, or sento. There is specific etiquette to follow, and we'll guide you through the process when we meet at a nearby cafe/bar. Then, we'll "sento" together for about an hour and finish off the experience to enjoy some craft beer or coffee and classic Osaka "soul food," including takoyaki.

Kiyamachi and Pontocho Bar Hopping Tour with Local Guides (Non-Private) Join us on a fun tour of the best bars and izakayas in Kiyamachi and Pontocho. Visit three unique spots, each with its own special atmosphere, and enjoy a variety of delicious Japanese drinks and food in one night. Spend about an hour at each place, trying local favorites. Our friendly guide, dressed in a yukata, will help you choose the best items on the menu based on what you like. From lively bars to cozy izakayas, this tour shows you the real Kyoto nightlife. Drink great sake, eat tasty snacks, and have fun with other travelers and locals. Don't miss this chance to discover Kyoto's hidden bar scene and make amazing memories. Book your spot on our Kyoto Bar Hopping Tour now and let us show you a great time!

Fushimi, located in the south of Kyoto, is famous for Fushimi Inari Shrine, especially famous for its thousand torii (torii gates). But that is not all! Fushimi has a very special sake brewery place. Fushimi Sake has been produced for more than 2,000 years, and the old streets have been preserved as the "Fushimi Sake Brewery. Also, you can enjoy Japanese sake tasting at breweries. Although not well known to tourists, why not visit Fushimi's sake breweries along with a visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine? We provide comfortable transportation to make the best of such a valuable experience. Kyoto's trains and buses are very cumbersome and walking in the extreme heat can be very difficult, so why not visit some of Fushimi's lesser-known sights in comfort with us.

Ignite the flame of your love story as you journey through the romantic corners of Kyoto. Our specially curated tour lets you and your beloved delve into the fascinating narrative of Kabuki's origins, adding a dramatic touch to your shared experiences. Lose yourselves in the lively pulse of the Geisha district, Gion, and engage in spiritual moments at the enchanting Yasaka Shrine. Let the serene Kamo Gawa riverside be your sanctuary for intimate whispers and stolen kisses. The climax of your love story unfolds with a vibrant Kabuki performance at Minami-za, a thrilling cultural rendezvous. This is your tale of love, and we are here to help you write it, one magical moment at a time.

Witness the captivating Kyoto Gion Festival, a vibrant celebration of Japanese tradition. Marvel at colorful floats, traditional music, and mesmerizing performances. Reserve your seat now to be part of this iconic cultural event in Kyoto's rich heritage!

You'll discover Japanese style bars in hidden alleys of Kyoto where usually only locals enjoy food and drinks. Expert guide will have a brief consulting before you start the program. Then, the guide will lead you to appropriate bars according to your taste. Discover small streets flooded with small bars and shops like Japanese confectionery stand, small bars and local food-markets in Kawaramachi area, Kyoto. For those who are interested, there are chances to try local food while walking. At the bar, guide is willing to help you to find out good paring of Sake and local-side-dishes. There're several types of bars and each bar has unique home-made Kyoto-style food. We also offer opportunities to taste local Kyoto food which are not normally on tourist menu. You also get a chance to visit a small shrine in a hidden area, you'll hear interesting history behind it. Walking around Kyoto alone is joyful, but we assure you'll see different sides of Kyoto.

Please find out this tour on IG #travel.japan_together Let's enjoy bar hopping tour at Dotonbori & Uranamba area!! Our guide wi’l take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people. Normally we will guide you two places, "Dotonbori" and "Uranamba" Dotonbori: It's definitely the heart of Osaka, and you can enjoy vibrant atmosphere there. We will show you temples, and hidden alley as well, with local tour guide. Uranamba: it feels there are many hideaway local restaurants, and bars. Recently getting popular among local, but not well known by foreign tourists. ※If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance. ※Alcoholic drinks is not suitable for children 19 years old or under. ※We split the total amount, and 99 yen or less will be rounded up to make accounting smoother.

Kick-off your trip to Osaka with the premier nightlife party experience! Osaka is a massive city with so many things to see and do, so let us show you how we party Osaka style! Our guides are fluent in both English & Japanese and have spent years seeking out the best spots to dance, party and mingle with the locals offering you a completely unique and authentic Osaka night out experience. We’ll start off at a great spot that's the perfect intro to the Osaka vibe! Amazing music, friendly locals and most importantly, all-you-can drink! Next, we’ll venture into the neon lit streets of Dotonbori & Namba, hitting our favourite secret drinking spots only locals know about! Finally, we’ll finish the night off at one of Osaka’s top nightclubs where we’ll receive discounted entry, free drink tickets, free shots and once again, all-you-can drink! So let’s dive into Osaka together, explore places you never would’ve otherwise seen and make memories you’ll take home and cherish for a lifetime!

Join us for an unforgettable night exploring the heart of Osaka, Namba, a vibrant district known for its bustling nightlife and delicious cuisine. Led by a local, this tour promises an authentic dive into Osaka's best izakayas and bars, where the atmosphere is as lively as the drinks are exquisite. You'll get to savor a variety of Japan's finest beverages, from the refined flavors of sake to the sweet allure of plum wine, Japanese Suntory whiskey, and the unique tastes of local craft beers. Along the way, indulge in delectable Japanese dishes, sharing stories and laughs with fellow travelers and locals alike. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or new to Japanese drinks, this tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, culinary delight, and fun. Don't miss out on this chance to eat, drink, and experience Osaka like a true local. Come thirsty for adventure and hungry for connection; let's make memories that will last a lifetime together!

Head off the tourist trail when you discover the charming old town of Kinomoto—and visit three different specialty breweries, with tastings included—on this private, half-day tour. After making your own way to Maibara Station, meet your guide and take a local train (additional expense) to Kinomoto. Upon arrival, head to two different sake breweries for tastings (and behind-the-scenes tours), see a soy sauce brewery, and visit a local temple.

Nada area between Osaka and Kobe is one of the best 3 major SAKE produce places in Japan. Only 20 minutes from Osaka and 15 minutes from Kobe, you can visit "Real Sake Breweries" to know and understand what Sake is made by and how. After you join our tour, you can understand the difference between each SAKE and you can more enjoy your meal time with Sake during your stay in Japan. Up to your request, we can also do. Take you to some sweets shops to enjoy real Japanese sweets. Help to buy souvenirs and send them to your country. Help visiting or booking restaurants after your tour. (Please request at least 1 week before your tour date).

Its Bar hopping is Osaka! It’s like a regular night out but we provide the friends and some shots, cheaper drinks, and a Special Price Pub and Bar club entry and your tour host takes memorable photos for you all. That's a great opportunity to meet new friends locals and internationals. Experience below Tokyo's BEST NIGHTLIFE Discover 2-4 of Tokyo's best bars, lounges, night club in 1 night. 3-5 FREE Shots included in between Bar and Bar. Guiding the town and nice drinking place. Revel with party people from around the globe Take a memorable photo of you all by a professional photographer and you can get them from Instagram. 1st Venue We gather attendees at this store and start drinking and have a socializing time. 2nd to 4(3) Venue We change the store always. But, basically visiting store plan is like below. DJ Bar techno, house Standing style mix European bar Underground bar EDM, pop music deep house All we can drink bar if you want. Local DJ Bar

Discover the vibrant heart of Osaka on a tour that takes you off the beaten path, immersing you in the city’s famed nightlife and culinary scene. Begin in the bustling Namba neighborhoods, where the spirit of Osaka comes alive. Dive into local izakaya bars, the hidden gems where locals revel, and experience the genuine warmth of Osakan hospitality. Wander through the iconic Dotonbori district, a sensory feast of neon lights and lively streets. Here, indulge in authentic Japanese sake, each sip telling a story of tradition and craftsmanship. Relish the flavors of Osaka’s street food, from savory takoyaki to crisp kushikatsu, and understand why Osaka is celebrated as Japan’s ‘party city’. This tour is not just a journey through the city’s streets; it’s an adventure into the heart of Osakan culture, perfect for those seeking to experience the true essence of Japan’s culinary and nocturnal delights.