Soak up the essence of Japanese culture with this tour of Kyoto in which you will visit artisan workshops and taste some traditional green tea and sake.
Shopping Tour of Kyoto
Out first stop is at Fushimi Momoyama, one of the most attractive shopping areas in Kyoto. Here you will discover its rich history of green tea production. To learn more about this facet of the city, we will enter a shop dedicated to this famous infusion. Did you know that this local has served tea for more than 300 years?
Our tour continues in an old shop which prepares and sells Kyogashi - traditional sweets that are used in religious festivals and ceremonies. You can buy some of these tasty treats for yourself.
The tour then takes us into a district full of wineries, beer houses, canals, and traditional wooden buildings which belong to the most famous sake production center in the country. In fact, Fushimi means 'hidden water' and this area of Kyoto earned this name from its subterranean wells which have the ideal conditions for making sake.
Our next destination, Miyagawa-cho is one of the least visited geisha neighborhoods in the ancient Japanese capital. To reach it, we will catch one of the local trains. Once there, we will visit a small artisan workshop where you will witness the traditional artistic techniques of Ukiyo-e printing.
Our tour cultural tour finishes at sunset, in the neighborhood of Gion where we recommend you to stay and enjoy a fantastic geisha show.
Important information
Children are allowed on this tour but the price is the same as for adults. Instead of the sake tasting, children will receive additional sweets.
Please wear comfortable, casual dress and comfortable walking shoes.
There will be a maximum of 12 people in the tour group.
Covid-19 Measures
All of our providers comply with local legislation and applicable health recommendations regarding protective material and safety to help avoid the spread of Covid-19.
Price
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in english.
Included
Local English speaking guide.
Green tea tasting.
Sake tasting.
Tasting of sweets.
Train fare and entry to workshops.
Not included
Additional food and drink.
Souvenirs and personal shopping.
Tips for the guide.
When to book?
You can book up until 36 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Digital voucher
Show the voucher on your phone to take part in the activity.
Pet-friendly?
No.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Cancellations
Meeting point
South exit, Momoyamagoryo-mae Station.
