Kyoto Casual Evening Pontocho Food Tour
3 hours
From 16:30
Group 1+
English
3 hours
16:30
What you'll do
Enjoy a walking tour of Pontocho and Gion Shirakawa, two of Kyoto’s most charming and historic areas. Travel back in time to enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes in this rustic neighborhood. You will experience 5 food and drink stops, with something for everyone. Start off in a retro “Showa-era” restaurant to try seasonal and regional, tasty dishes. Next try several types of yakitori in a classic Pontocho eatery. Then, head on to a traditional Noodle shop with decades of history, for handmade noodle dishes. Have fun beyond the temples and Kyoto tourist experiences. Ask your guide about the history and culture surrounding the food of Kyoto! This fun and friendly tour is the perfect way to spend your evening. There are too many great restaurant choices, and a few that are certainly too touristy, so let us help you make the best choices. Create delicious memories with us!
Itinerary
- 1Let's meet there and then enjoy a walking tour of Pontocho and Gion Shirakawa areas.
- 2
Kamo river
- 3
Tatsumi Bridge
- 4
Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine
- 5
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
- 6
Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine
- 7
Gion Corner
- 8
Nishiki Market
- 9
Enjoy a 3-hour tour with a local expert: Try local and seasonal dishes at 5 food and drink stops, Taste Japanese traditional desserts and snacks, Get insights into local life and Japanese culture from a local English speaking guide, Historic area sightseeing.
What's Included
5 food stops
2 drinks
Local English speaking guide
Historic area sightseeing
What's not included
Hotel pick up not included (can be arranged for an additional charge)
Gratuity
Transportation costs
Additional drinks or food (not included but possible to purchase at guest expense)
Meeting Points
Pocchiri (Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0073)
Notes
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport information copy is required for kids 10 and above.
Family-friendly
Not stroller accessible
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Not suitable for pets
For solo travelers, please email us
Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case.
Infants must not sit on laps
Vegetarian friendly, unadvisable for Vegans and Gluten-free
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for Vegans and Gluten-free
• Please be at the departure point 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. We have a strict policy about starting our tours on the scheduled time. If you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will start regardless and no refund will be provided. We are also unable to accommodate meeting up in any of the food stops once you've missed the start of the tour. • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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