Kyoto Nishiki Market Walk Tour with Tea Ceremony Experience
Description
Experience the best of Kyoto in one morning tour: participate in a traditional tea ceremony, stroll through an atmospheric alley in a geisha district, and explore Nishiki Market with a local guide! ・Participate in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and enjoy making your own bowl of matcha ・Stroll through a historic street of Pontocho, also known as a geisha district ・Explore a quick stroll through Nishiki Market with a local guide, sampling a variety of local foods, browsing unique and must-see shops, and picking up insider shopping tips ・This tour combines cultural experience, food, and local life in a fun, accessible, and memorable way ・Perfect for first-time visitors or anyone looking to experience most of Kyoto in just a few hours! Wrapping up around 12:30, this tour lets you make the most of your day in Kyoto — leaving you plenty of time to shop, eat, and visit historical sights on your own in the afternoon.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Join a traditioanl tea ceremony. Learn the history of Japanese tea and make your own matcha.
Stroll through this atmospheric alley famous for lantern-lit streets and traditional townhouses.
Walk along the charming riverside avenue lined with shops and restaurants.
Browse this vibrant arcade full of local shops, souvenirs and entertainment.
Discover Kyoto's famous "Kitchen of the City" with a local guide. Sample a variety of local foods, browse many shops, and enjoy insider tips while strolling through the lively market.
Kyoto locals' favorite department store. Walk through the beautifully organized food hall, where every item is carefully displayed and presented. Enjoy a completely different atmosphere from the bustling market.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the tea ceremony. Please note that if you are late, you will not be able to join the tea ceremony once it has begun, but still be able to join the tour.
- This experience is held on in English.
Reviews(18)
Nice tea ceremony, not very typical location. Tour well explained with interesting facts and historical context. Price is average for the offers but it is not worth the cost
We were truly delighted to receive your kind comments. It is wonderful to know that you enjoyed the tea ceremony and found the tour well-explained, offering interesting facts and historical context. We appreciate your candor regarding the location—which you found somewhat atypical—and your thoughts on the price relative to the experience. Your perspective is valuable, and we are committed to reviewing our presentations to better manage expectations regarding the setting and authenticity. We deeply appreciate you sharing your impressions, as they help us continually improve. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future, captivating cultural experiences.
The guide was very nice, she showed us various places both inside and outside the market, she also explained to us how to pray in a Shinto temple and in a Buddhist one.
We were truly delighted to receive your kind comments. It is wonderful to hear that the guide provided such an enjoyable experience, showing you various spots both inside and outside the market. We are also very pleased that the guide explained the proper way to pray at both Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, thereby enriching your cultural understanding. We deeply appreciate you sharing your impressions. We eagerly look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future, captivating adventures.
We were really happy with the Tour of Miho. She explained a lot about the culture and we got to know Kyoto even better.
We are truly delighted to receive your excellent feedback. It's wonderful that you were truly pleased with your tour with Miho! She clearly explained a great deal about the culture, allowing you to gain an even deeper understanding of Kyoto. We will certainly convey your high praise directly to Miho. We deeply appreciate you sharing your insights. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future captivating discoveries.
Paul was great, gave us lots of insights about the japanese culture, local food and products to buy.
We are truly delighted to receive your excellent feedback. It's wonderful that Paul was so great, providing you with a wealth of insights into Japanese culture, local cuisine, and recommended products. We will certainly convey your high praise directly to Paul. We deeply appreciate you sharing your insights. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future captivating discoveries.
We had Miho-San as our guide. We had a loveley walk and Miho-San could answer all our questions. She was polite and respectfull for the environment. Miho-San made it a perfect tour. The Tea ceremony experience was also really great and a really good experience.
It is with profound joy that we receive your truly exceptional feedback. It's wonderful that you had a lovely walk with Miho-san as your guide, and that she meticulously answered all your inquiries. Her polite and respectful demeanor towards the environment clearly made for a perfect tour. The tea ceremony experience was also evidently really great and a truly profound experience. We will certainly convey your exceptional commendation directly to Miho-san. We profoundly appreciate you sharing this comprehensive account of your memorable journey. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future captivating discoveries.
Miho is a great guide! Very sweet and knows a lot to tell! Recommended!
Receiving your enthusiastic comments truly brings us immense satisfaction. It's wonderful that Miho is such an outstanding guide! Her very amiable nature and extensive knowledge clearly made a significant impact. Your recommendation is deeply valued. We will certainly convey your high praise directly to Miho. We deeply appreciate you sharing your insights. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future captivating discoveries.
Miho is a great guide, she taught us a lot of Japanese culture and customs during the city walk!
Receiving your enthusiastic comments truly brings us immense satisfaction. It's wonderful that Miho is such an outstanding guide, and that she imparted so much knowledge about Japanese culture and customs during your city walk! We will certainly convey your high praise directly to Miho. We deeply appreciate you sharing your insights. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future captivating discoveries.
After a tea ceremony we were picked up by Miho who told a lot about different things we saw. We were also allowed to taste or try something at different shops. Thanks for the nice morning
Great experience with Takuma going through the market. He took us to great spots and we had a lot of fun! Would do it again. Great with our kids.
We are truly delighted to receive your excellent feedback. It's wonderful that your market exploration with Takuma was such a great experience. We are especially pleased that he guided you to superb locations, and that you all had immense enjoyment. Your eagerness to repeat the experience, and his positive interaction with your children, are highly valued. We will certainly convey your high praise directly to Takuma. We deeply appreciate you sharing your insights. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future captivating culinary adventures.
Miho was our tour guide this morning through the markets she was very friendly and knowledgeable. Even got a little sweet treat at the end. Highly recommend!
We are truly delighted to receive your excellent feedback. It's wonderful that Miho, your tour guide this morning through the markets, was so very friendly and knowledgeable. The thoughtful addition of a sweet treat at the end clearly made for a pleasant finish. Your strong recommendation is highly valued. We will certainly convey your high praise directly to Miho. We deeply appreciate you sharing your insights. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you back to Japan for future captivating culinary adventures.
