Magical Kyoto after dark
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What your Experience could look like
- Explore quiet Kyoto’s nightlife in the best possible locations, hand-picked by your expert host but based on your interests
- Sit down for a traditional teahouse ceremony, with Kyoto’s famous uji matcha and wagashi confections
- See Kyoto’s contrasts, where ancient temples stand side-by-side with popular bars and restaurants
- Experience an izakaya, a Japanese bar where draft beer and takoyaki is the only way to end a night
- Walk through Kyoto’s geisha district, and be mesmerized by these breathtakingly talented entertainers
- Learn about life in Kyoto from your host, and get excellent recommendations for the rest of your adventure
What you’ll do
It may seem surprising, but tranquil Kyoto has transformed into a nightlife hub. As the sun disappears, Gion takes on a dreamlike appeal – each wooden structure and grey cobblestone is bathed in a golden glow, and the district opens for business. Quiet streets become crowded as your host guides you through tight alleyways packed with restaurants, vibey local haunts, and tucked-away shrines.
Catch your breath in peaceful Shinbashi-dori Street, where elegant restaurants and hostess clubs amuse the wealthy. At Gion Corner, watch a show featuring several of Kyoto’s performing arts, belt out a song at BARCODE karaoke bar, or grab a draft beer at a dimly-lit izakaya while your local insider shares the city’s secrets.
Where you’ll go
You don’t need to go far to experience the full spectrum of Kyoto’s nightlife. It’s all in Gion, the traditional arts district in the city center. Follow your host down Hanamikoji-dori, the main street passing straight through the center of Gion, lined with bars, izakaya, teahouses, temples, and shrines.
Another perfectly preserved slice of ancient Japan, Ponto-chō, lies 10 minutes away, just across the Kamo River to the west of Gion. Partake in a local pastime of snacking on gyoza dumplings riverside, where sunset turns the water a thousand colors, and the gentle glow of paper lanterns takes over from the sun. As the last light fades from the sky, the ethereal mood might be intensified by a glimpse of a charming geisha.
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- Private and personalized experience
- 4 hours with a host
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
- Include 2 beers, high-balls or soft drinks
- Food and drinks, other than the ones included above
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities (optional)
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4.2
It is a great place to shop not too far from New York. We took the bus from Port Authority and traveled through the countryside to get there.
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This is the best tour on the east coast! It was amazing how many places we visited and what great memories we made!
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We always stay at here when in town. The location is great, staff is wonderful and we love the overall feel. Beautiful view from the here.