5 Best Private Food Tours in Kyoto

Plenty of Kyoto’s small counters seat eight, post no English menu and don’t love walk-ins. A private food guide gets you through those doors, and the dishes bend to you, which matters if you don’t eat fish or can’t face another pickle.

1.The 10 Tastings of Kyoto With Locals: Private Street Food Tour

Discover the hidden culinary gems of Kyoto with our private street food tour. Indulge in authentic flavors and immerse yourself in the local culture. Book now!

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Excellent guide- very knowledgeable,, friendly and flexible. The food choices work for everyone- we had seafood lovers, meat eaters and vegetarians”

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2.Kyoto Sake Bar and Pub Crawl

Discover the hidden gems of Kyoto's sake scene on our epic bar and pub crawl. Uncover the rich flavors and vibrant nightlife of this historic city.

★ 5.0

“The first half of the evening was a lesson on history and production of Sake/Nihon Shu. This included several tasting at a Sake bar. The second half of the evening was spent eating local cuisine and socializing. Kenji is a wonderful guide and I highly…”

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3.Kyoto Private Food Tours With a Local Foodie: 100% Personalized

Discover the hidden culinary gems of Kyoto with a local foodie! Indulge in 100% personalized private food tours and savor the authentic flavors of Japan's ancient capital.

★ 4.5

“After being on a tour during the day, Justin really made my stay in Kyoto very special with the evening food tour. I would have missed a lot in Kyoto if I didn’t sign up for his tour. If you take this tour, make sure…”

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4.Kyoto Food & Culture 6hr Private Tour With Licensed Guide

Discover the rich flavors and captivating traditions of Kyoto with our private tour. Uncover hidden gems and indulge in authentic cuisine. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

★ 5.0

“Lily have open our eyes to the culture, tradition religion and meaning of the different aspects of Japan. She chose for us a tour that was interesting and educational for all - young and old - to enjoyed. We certainly recommend her for a wonderful…”

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5.Kyoto: 1.5 Hour Nishiki Market Private Tour With 3 Tastings

Hungry for an immersive culinary journey? Explore Kyoto's renowned Nishiki Market on a private 1.5-hour tour, uncovering local delicacies and market traditions.

★ 3.0

“This tour was interesting but I have to say it was not worth the money we paid. The guide just walked us through the market and we really did not learn much of anything different than if we just walked through the market by ourselves.…”

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