11 Best Food Tours in Gion

Gion’s food goes from humble to formal in a few steps, with oden or yakitori behind one doorway and a kaiseki counter behind the next. Some tours cross the Shijo bridge into Pontocho, which looks back over the Kamo River.

1.Kyoto Night Foodie Tour

Discover the hidden flavors of Kyoto at night! Join our foodie tour and indulge in mouthwatering local dishes. Click now for an unforgettable culinary adventure!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Hide was an excellent guide. He is very good with conversation and showing and recommending us spots for the rest of our trip in Kyoto”

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2.Kyoto: Gion Food Tour 13 Dishes at 4 Eateries

Discover Kyoto's culinary secrets on a 3-hour Gion food tour, exploring lantern-lit alleys, traditional eateries, and 13 authentic dishes for a memorable evening.

★ 5.0

“Great experience of local Izakayas/eateries with wonderful food. Alessio and Gian were fun and friendly guides with good local knowledge. Warning - you will be well fed and very happy by the endo of the tour. Highly recommended.”

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3.Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes

Discover Kyoto’s nightlife on this intimate Gion and Pontocho food tour, sampling 13 dishes, exploring hidden streets, and uncovering geisha culture.

★ 4.9

“We had a great time with our group and our guide Masa was fantastic! The food was stellar and history of the surrounding areas was fun to learn while you walked through some truly beautiful parts of the city. We would highly recommend.”

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4.Kyoto: Gion Night Walking & Food Tour

Captivating Kyoto's Gion district comes alive at night, offering an immersive cultural journey through its rich history and renowned cuisine. Discover the secrets that unfold after dark.

★ 5.0

“Can’t recommend this tour highly enough! Kohtaro was a fantastic guide!! He was very friendly, engaging and knowledgable about the city, the area and the food. He went the extra mile suggesting to me where the best places to bRead more”

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5.Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour Including Kaiseki Dinner

Experience the best of Kyoto's culinary delights on an evening Gion food tour. Indulge in a traditional Kaiseki dinner and savor the flavors of Japan's ancient capital.

★ 5.0

“This tour was one of our favorite memories from our Japan trip, strongly recommend for both adults and children. Our great guides Yoshiko and Sabreena provided lot of information about Japan culture, Kyoto, food and answered all questions we had. Just join!”

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7.Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour

Discover the flavors of Kyoto at night with our Gion food tour. Indulge in traditional dishes and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culinary scene.

★ 4.9

“Miki gave us the best food tour we have ever had. And we have had a lot! She was friendly and very knowledgeable about Gion, the food and the geisha world. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”

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