Kyoto Bar Hopping Night Tour: Experience Local Taverns and Authentic Izakaya Foods

Experience the vibrant nightlife of Kyoto with our Bar Hopping Night Tour. Discover hidden izakayas, indulge in authentic food and drinks, and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gion - Meeting up at Gion Shijo Station in Kyoto
  • Pontocho District - Hop through 3 bars in Ponto-cho or Kiyamachi area
  • Kamogawa River - Kamogawa River
What's Included
  • Choice of 3-4 drinks from our selections
  • Visit 3 local izakaya & bars with a guide
  • Photo memories captured during the tour
  • Enjoy 3-4 dishes, full dinner included (Vegan options available)
What's Not Included
  • Additional foods and drinks (Available for purchase)
Additional Information

◼︎Drink like a local! Bar hopping in the backstreets of Pontocho◼︎
To start this All-in-one bar hopping walking tour that Drinks & Foods are all included, our local guide will take you to an izakaya bar (a local tavern) on Pontocho street, one of the most well known night streets, full of local izakayas. We will be taking you to places only the locals know…

Location
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Gion Shijo Station, right outside of Exit 5, in front of Izumo no Okuni Statue. Your guide will be holding an orange board saying "Magical Trip".
Cancellation Policy

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

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Abigailbu3611yt
Sep 30, 2025
Fun Tour! - So fun! Josh was great and sang some killer karaoke with us. All the food and drinks were great and he showed us really great spots!
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256shaune
Sep 24, 2025
Fantastic tour with a great guide - Absolutely fantastic experience, thoroughly recommended. Had a great tour of kyoto with some excellent food, drink and karaoke!!
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123mattiec
Sep 19, 2025
Book the tour! - My husband and I had the privilege of doing a solo tour with Yusuke and Aina and it was the highlight of our time in Kyoto! The tour was seamless and we didn’t want it to end!
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B8632hdjohnd
Sep 17, 2025
Incredible, must do experience - From the moment we met Noriko, we knew we were in for something special. She has that rare ability to make you feel like you’re not just joining a tour, but spending the evening with a close friend who knows the city inside and out. Her warmth and friendliness set the tone immediately—she was attentive to everyone in the group, making sure we all felt included and comfortable. Noriko is also incredibly professional. Everything about the evening felt seamless, from the way she guided us through hidden izakayas and bars, to her thoughtful explanations of Kyoto’s culture, food, and drinks. She tailored the experience to the group, answering questions with patience and passion while keeping the night lively and fun. What stood out most was how personal the tour felt. Noriko went beyond just showing us places—she shared stories, recommendations, and little insights that made Kyoto come alive in a way you can’t get from guidebooks. By the end of the night, we weren’t just tipsy and full of amazing food—we felt like we had genuinely connected with the city through her eyes. If you’re in Kyoto and want a tour that is personal, friendly, and perfectly balanced with professionalism, you absolutely need to book with Noriko. She turned a night out into one of the most memorable highlights of our trip.
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482troyf
Aug 25, 2025
Kyoto, sake, and izakayas - We had a great time with Nami, she told us about the local districts, brought us to some delicious izakayas and recommended some coffee shops (which turned out to be a great recommendation). Would definitely recommend Nami as a guide!
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Nixyj2025
Aug 7, 2025
Thanks Shiori! - My wife and I had the best time on the tour with Shiori! It was our first night in Kyoto we had such a better experience going on the tour than if we had just explored by ourselves! Shiori was so helpful with our Vegan diet requirements as well as it can be tricky to navigate in Japan. Thanks Shiori and Magical Trip!
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Jear0nc
Jul 13, 2025
Amazing opportunity to experience Kyoto - Yumi was incredible. I was able to enjoy local delicacies and try different drinks I hadn’t before. Yumi was especially gracious to provide understanding of Japanese history and culture along the way. I learned so much and had fantastic company alone the way.
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151stacyf
Jul 6, 2025
Delicious food and drink with a warm welcome. - We had a wonderful time with our guide Nami! She had delicious recommendations for food and drink. We did this tour our first night in Kyoto so that we could get a feel for the night life which is quite vibrant here! Thank you Nami for the warm welcome!
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404helainac
Jun 29, 2025
Set on the right foot in Kyoto - We had a fantastic time in Kyoto. This was towards the start of our trip and it started us on the right foot, in terms of food and setting the atmosphere. It was great to converse with other travelers and our host Josh was so friendly that it felt like a typical social gathering. Good information on the local area and all the places we went to had great food and drinks. It was also perfect in the summer, by the end of the night it was cool and a nice walk home.
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Explore65334221225
Aug 15, 2025
Good place - Good choice! 👏🏼 I’ll definitely be coming back! is such a fascinating place. Im in love with everrythnk warm atmosphere, and excellent service. A place I’d happily return to again and again.
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up to 7 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).