Private Kyoto Bar Hopping: Choose Your Night Area

Duration2h

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LanguagesJapanese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

What makes this experience special is its flexibility and privacy. This is a fully private tour limited to your group only, where you can choose your preferred area and enjoy izakayas selected based on your tastes.

Instead of following a fixed tourist route, you’ll explore neighborhoods loved by locals and discover Kyoto’s authentic nightlife with a knowledgeable guide. ¥3,000 per person for food and drinks is included (¥1,500 at each stop), so there’s no need to worry about ordering or payment. No language barriers, no stress — just relax and enjoy a seamless night out tailored just for you.

Options

Yamashina Local Experience

Yamashina Local Experience: Enjoy a truly local izakaya experience in Yamashina, a hidden neighborhood of Kyoto.
Starting point:
7-Eleven Heart in JR Yamashita Nakimae, Anshusajikicho, Yamashina Ward, Kyoto, 607-8012, Japan

Kyoto Station Area Option

Kyoto Station Area Option: Explore hidden local izakayas around Kyoto Station with a private guide.
Starting point:
Model of Rajomon Gate, Higashishiokojicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan

Kiyamachi Nightlife Option

Kiyamachi Nightlife Option: Enjoy Kyoto’s most vibrant nightlife district with curated local izakayas.
Starting point:
FamilyMart, Japan, 604-8015 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nabeyachō, ２２２津田ビル

Saiin Local Hidden Gems Option

Saiin Local Hidden Gems Option: Explore Saiin’s authentic local izakayas away from tourist crowds.
Starting point:
Lawson Shijo-Saiin, Japan, 615-0012 京都府京都市右京区西院高山寺町９

What's included

Assistance with ordering and cultural explanations
English-speaking local guide
¥3,000 per person for food and drinks (¥1,500 at each stop)
Private guided bar hopping experience (your group only)
Visit to 2 carefully selected local izakayas
Personalized recommendations based on your preferences

Additional food or drinks beyond the included ¥3,000
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

Kyoto
2h

Kyoto is not only famous for temples and shrines, but also for its vibrant food and drinking culture. From lively nightlife districts to hidden local neighborhoods, the city offers a wide variety of izakayas, traditional pubs, and modern dining spots.

Join a private bar hopping experience to explore Kyoto after dark, where you can enjoy authentic Japanese dishes, local sake, and regional specialties while learning about the city’s unique culinary traditions. Whether you prefer a bustling entertainment area or a quiet local district, Kyoto’s diverse neighborhoods provide the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of 7-Eleven Heart-In JR Yamashina Station holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

Meeting point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of Lawson Shijo Saiin holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

Meeting point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of FamilyMart Shijo Kiyamachi Kita holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

Meeting point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of the Rajomon Gate Reconstruction Model holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

End point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of 7-Eleven Heart-In JR Yamashina Station holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

End point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of Lawson Shijo Saiin holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

End point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of FamilyMart Shijo Kiyamachi Kita holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

End point

If you select this option, your guide will be waiting in front of the Rajomon Gate Reconstruction Model holding a yellow signboard. Please check the map for exact details.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
According to Japanese law, alcoholic beverages can only be enjoyed by those who are 20 years old or older.
This tour is unable to accommodate food allergies, religious dietary restrictions, or vegan/vegetarian preferences.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From

20,500.00 JPY per person

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