15 Best Kyoto Food Tours

“The tour was amazing and informative with good food and drinks at three different areas with in the gion district. Most definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide was the best! She was so much fun”

“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.”

“It was a fun afternoon with Miyuki!! She was knowledgeable with a great sense of humour. We were a group of 12. I think everyone learned a great deal about the process of making sake. We enjoyed all the tastings. Thank you, Miyuki!! Calgary, Alberta,…”

“Kyoko was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. We learned even more than anticipated about the brewing process and the sake we tasted was excellent.”

“Amazing tour! We had so much fun and learned a lot from Ayu. You also get so much sake on this tour - 21 tasters!”

“This tour went longer than I had anticipated but it was a great way to see the markets and departo. We got to sample different foods that we wouldn’t have tried if on our own. If unsure on the meeting point as the maps showed…”

“Such a smart way to experience multiple restaurants in one evening! The drinks were smooth and slightly sweet. Guide's knowledge about local food history made everything taste more special.”

“Our guide, Sora, was absolutely amazing. He took us to some of his favorite spots in the city and ordered us so much food to try. You will be stuffed by the end of the night. Sora was very knowledgeable and we were able to…”

“Great experience to understand sake brewing and many of the different nuances of this art. The tasting and the pairing with food was very well done”

“A must do experience in Kyoto. Lovey little tea shop. The host was so knowledgeable and very friendly. The koto performance was a great touch. Highly recommend!”

“Our guide/ instructor, Mayo was a great teacher who taught us a lot about sake. The food pairings were delicious. We had a great time.”

“our guide Tomoko was so absolutely kind and warm hearted. we enjoyed every minute of our tour. She told us some interesting information and even took photos from everyone who liked to. it was a very enjoyable tour with lots of food and nice restaurant…”

“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.”

“Misaki was warm, enthusiastic, and incredibly fluent in both Japanese and English—her international experience really showed. She kept us updated early via WhatsApp, and the tour operator also communicated clearly through the Viator aRead more”

“HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We had an amazing time! I looked at many different places for tea ceremonies in Kyoto, but this one was by far the best option and it did not disappoint! The private tea ceremony was followed by a sake tasting. The traditional tea…”