15 Best Food Tours in Kyoto

Kyoto cooking is quieter than Osaka’s, built on dashi, tofu, yuba and pickles, and it rewards having someone explain what’s on the plate. Nishiki Market by day and Gion after dark cover most of it; the Fushimi sake brewers cover the rest.

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

“J is a great tour guide! He is super knowledgeable about Kyoto, especially the Gieko districts and the local architecture. He provided great recommendations and conversation. He was the reason the tour was really fun! Thanks, J!”

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2.Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Food Tour

Discover the mouthwatering delights of Nishiki Market on our exclusive brunch walking food tour. Indulge in local flavors and embark on a culinary adventure.

★ 5.0

“Fun experience on the tastings ! The lunch was good quality - exceeded my expectations. Our guide Aki works very hard to make sure we had a good experience.”

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3.3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience

Uncover the secrets of Kyoto's finest sake on a captivating 3-hour insider experience. Immerse yourself in the world of this traditional Japanese drink.

★ 5.0

“This was such an amazing experience! Our guide was very informative, we learned so much about Sake!! We would highly recommend this tour💕”

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4.Kyoto: Insider Sake Brewery Tour With Sake and Food Pairing

Unveil the secrets of Kyoto's finest sake breweries on an insider tour! Delight your taste buds with exquisite sake and food pairings. Don't miss out!

★ 5.0

“I had a lot of fun, learned so much about sake, how it’s made, how to understand different types of sake and how great it is when paired with food. Our guide was amazing, friendly and knowledgeable”

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5.Kyoto Sake Brewery & Tasting Walking Tour

Discover the secrets of Kyoto's finest sake on a captivating brewing and tasting tour. Immerse yourself in the rich flavors of this traditional Japanese beverage.

★ 5.0

“It was very fun. Matt, our tour guide, was great. Perfect person to have a Sake with as he truly enjoys a good Sake. His historical knowledge of the area and of the process behind the brewing was impressive. Be prepared to enjoy a good…”

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6.Kyoto Nishiki Market Food & Cultural Walking Tour

Discover the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Kyoto at the Nishiki Market Food & Cultural Walking Tour. Uncover hidden gems and indulge your senses. Click now!

★ 5.0

“We had a great time on our Nikishi Market Food Tour. Akiko was a great guide, accommodating our group’s curiosity in a bunch of the shops in the market. She was very knowledgeable of the history of Kyoto and the historical importance of the market…”

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7.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

“Amazing how each restaurant had its own specialty and character! The potato salad was elevated to gourmet level somehow. Guide's enthusiasm for Kyoto's food culture was absolutely contagious throughout.”

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8.Kyoto Foodie Night Tour

Experience the ultimate foodie night in Kyoto! Indulge in local delicacies, explore hidden gems, and savor authentic flavors on our unforgettable Kyoto Foodie Night Tour.

★ 5.0

“This was a delightful tour and a chance to try the local Izakaya cuisine. Our guide Leandra led us through the alleys of Osaka to Little hidden gems we would never have found on our own. The food was excellent and included drinks such as…”

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10.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

“Yuna is a great professional guide. She provides all the information you need, the restaurants were very nice too. When locals dine next to you, you know it's authentic Japanese food. A very pleasant thing to do when spending an evening in Kyoto”

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11.Kyoto: Nishiki Market Brunch Walking Tour-7 Tastings+Brunch

Discover Kyoto's culinary and cultural gems on this Nishiki Market brunch tour. Enjoy 7 tastings, a peaceful Gion walk, and insider insights for an authentic experience.

★ 4.8

“Nori-san took us on a wonderful tour including history, culture, and delicious food! I really enjoyed the experience, it was a great way to see Kyoto and hear a local’s perspective on the area and its rich history.”

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13.Kyoto: Local Food Tasting Tour at the Nishiki Market

Explore Kyoto’s culinary scene with a guided food tour at Nishiki Market. Sample local specialties, learn cultural stories, and enjoy authentic experiences.

★ 4.7

“I had the luxury of having a private tour with Takuma and I absolutely loved it! We tried many different things which I havent tasted yet on my trip in Japan and the 3.5 hours went by in a blink. I can absolutely recommend this…”

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5.0Kyoto “Karasuma to Gion” Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours$142.00 5.03-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Tastings & Pairings$85.25 5.0Kyoto: Gion Night Walking & Food Tour$105.71 4.7Kyoto: Nishiki Market and Depachika Food Tour with a Local2 hours$42 4.5Kyoto: Nishiki Market Tour with a Local Foodie & Tastings1.5 hours$67 5.0Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour Including Kaiseki Dinner$276.00 4.8Kyoto: Sake Brewery and Tasting Tour in Fushimi3 hours$96 4.9Kyoto & Uji World Heritage One-Day Tour: Kinkaku-ji Temple & Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Byodo-in Temple & Uji Matcha Food Street (Departing from Osaka or Kyoto)8.5 hours$46.85 4.9Kyoto: Gion Food Tour 13 dishes and 4 Local Eateries3 hours$72 4.8One-Day Tour of Three Ancient Capitals in Kansai, Japan: World Heritage Sites Todai-ji Temple & Byodo-in Temple & Fushimi Inari Shrine’s Thousand Torii Gates & Adorable Deer in Nara Park & Uji Matcha Gourmet Street (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)9.5 hours$44.85 4.7Kyoto: Fushimi Sake Brewery Tour – 18 Tastings in 2.5 Hours2.5 hours$93 4.9Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour3 hours$216 4.8Kyoto: Casual Pontocho Evening Food Tour3 hours$173 5.0Kyoto Casual Evening Pontocho Food Tour$221.00 4.4Kyoto: Foodie Night Tour in Gion with 9 dishes + 6 Sake3.5 hours$361 4.9Kyoto Sake Tour in Fushimi: 18 Sake Tastings & Historic Breweries$91.05 5.0Kyoto Sake Bar and Pub Crawl$230.61 4.5Kyoto Nishiki Market & Depachika: 2-Hours Food Tour With a Local$48.00 4.5Taste of Nishiki Market Private Food Tour$85.96 4.8Kyoto: Gion & Pontocho Food Tour with 13 Dishes$85.99 4.5Kyoto Private Food Tours With a Local Foodie: 100% Personalized$245.15 4.7Fushimi Kyoto Tour with Sake Tasting & Canal Boat Ride$12.75 4.7Nishiki Market Half Day Morning Walking Food Tour in Kyoto3 hours$71.45 5.0Taste of Nishiki Market Walking Food Tour with Local guide3 hours$77