Kyoto Bar Hopping: Discover Hidden Izakayas

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Kyoto’s Gion and Kawaramachi areas with a local bar hopping tour. Discover hidden bars and izakayas, connect with locals, and immerse yourself in the authentic and traditional vibes of Kyoto.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Shijo Kawaramachi - We will go to local izakaya at “Shijo Kawaramachi”. “Shijo Kawaramachi” is center of tourism in Kyoto, and most busiest area. You can feel local atmosphere and yakitori, karaage and Japanese sake. Also you can try wide varieties of Japanese food.
  • Kiyamachi Street - We will walk the street made of many bars and night clubs….
What's Included
  • 3 hours with local guide
  • Admission fee is free
What's Not Included
  • Dinner
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information

Let’s enjoy bar hopping tour at Kyoto Kawaramachi area! Our guide will take you to real local bar and izakaya, difficult to find for foreigners. This experience is not just for local foods and drinks, give you the opportunity to connect with local people. Normally we will guide you two places, “Kawaramachi” and “Kiyamachi” Kawaramachi: It’s definitely…

Location
Disney Store - Kyoto Shijo-Kawaramachi
In front of the entrance of Disney store, you can meet the tour guide.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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315chunt
Jan 30, 2026
Kyoto Tour - Taiga was excellent, had a wonderful time! Learned a lot about Japanese culture and had many great recommendations. Excellent tour to start our trip in this city!
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689colmo
Jan 30, 2026
A fun evening hosted by Taiga - Really great tour. Hosted by Taiga, a really knowledgeable guy on Japanese culture and Japanese drinks. Very fun evening in Kyoto!!
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495kieranq
Jan 30, 2026
Great tour to do with friends! - Had a really great time doing this tour. Taiga is really knowledgeable about Japanese culture and is happy to answer any questions. He really shows you another side of Kyoto. Highly recommend!
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75franciscas
Jan 28, 2026
Amazing tour in Kyoto ! - We loved it!! Taiga was the best guide ever, really recommend it!! He taught us a lot about the Japanese culture and he has a really good English level so it’s really easy to keep a conversation and ask questions!! Would give 100/100!!
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V5230xqjosea
Jan 26, 2026
Book taiga - Amazing experience with taiga, was all fun and so much experience from him, love it
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719julianm
Jan 26, 2026
Great - Taiga is a great tour guide and I would definitely do the trip again!
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Colinac9468gh
Jan 26, 2026
Fun evening - Quick tour of a local izakaya with tasty food and a few bars offering sake tasting and other liquors. Fun way to spend an evening, and a great way to meet other travelers. Our guide Mia was engaging and knowledgeable and provided a pleasant tour of what nightlife could be like for a Kyoto local
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Colin_a
Jan 25, 2026
Great way to experience a... - Great way to experience a small part of Kyoto nightlife, as well as make friends with other travelers. We tried some authentic Japanese food at an izakaya and tried a variety of sakes and other drinks. Our tour guide Mia was knowledgeable and enthusiastic and created a fun and welcoming experience.
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Sarahcl8747sj
Jan 25, 2026
5 star food tour - Mia was incredible!! Don’t hesitate to book! It was just the right amount of food and drink and amazing company and it was places we’d never know to go on own.
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Peter
Jan 24, 2026
Very pleasant tour guides Taiga and Shiyou and nice company makes this a very nice evening sake and food were top - Very nice tour with locations you don't normally go to Recommended tour for a fun evening Food was top and the sake all the way
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From $38
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).