



Kyoto: Hidden Bar Crawl in Pontocho & Gion (Food & Drink Incl.)
Product code 5586670P163
From
From USD 105
Dates
Available from May 25, 2026
Start times
5:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 8:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 7:30 PM
Travelers
Adult ages 20-100
Options
Kyoto: Hidden Bar Crawl in Pontocho & Gion (Food & Drink Incl.)
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Japanese, Italian, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From USD 105
Kyoto: Hidden Bar Crawl in Pontocho & Gion (Food & Drink Incl.)




Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Japanese, Italian, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Tucked behind Kyoto's lantern-lit alleys, a handful of tiny bars are pouring tonight — and you're walking in with someone the owners already know. Join a Kyoto local for a 2.5-hour crawl through Pontocho and Gion, the backstreets where Kyotoites actually end their day. We hop a small string of hand-picked spots — sharing Kyoto-craft sake, Japanese whisky, and a seasonal cocktail along the way. Each stop is its own room of one night: a standing izakaya, a hidden counter along the Kamogawa, a sake bar pouring labels you can't buy abroad — and, if the night allows, a quiet last pour under the lanterns. No tourist menus, no big group, no language wall — just a few warm rooms, a Kyoto local at your side, and a night that's yours. Highlights: ・Hand-picked hidden bars across Pontocho & Gion ・Kyoto-craft sake, Japanese whisky & seasonal cocktails ・Lantern-lit lanes where geiko and maiko still pass ・Max 8 guests, English-speaking local guide
Overview
Tucked behind Kyoto's lantern-lit alleys, a handful of tiny bars are pouring tonight — and you're walking in with someone the owners already know. Join a Kyoto local for a 2.5-hour crawl through Pontocho and Gion, the backstreets where Kyotoites actually end their day. We hop a small string of hand-picked spots — sharing Kyoto-craft sake, Japanese whisky, and a seasonal cocktail along the way. Each stop is its own room of one night: a standing izakaya, a hidden counter along the Kamogawa, a sake bar pouring labels you can't buy abroad — and, if the night allows, a quiet last pour under the lanterns. No tourist menus, no big group, no language wall — just a few warm rooms, a Kyoto local at your side, and a night that's yours. Highlights: ・Hand-picked hidden bars across Pontocho & Gion ・Kyoto-craft sake, Japanese whisky & seasonal cocktails ・Lantern-lit lanes where geiko and maiko still pass ・Max 8 guests, English-speaking local guide
What's Included
Included
Dinner-style food and drinks: 4 drinks plus 3–4 shared dishes
A Professional Local Guide
Photos taken during the tour will be shared after the experience
Smooth entry to busy local bars with assistance and reservations arranged by your guide
Wide selection of drinks and dishes, including sake, shochu, craft beer, yakitori, sashimi, and more
Not included
Transportation during the tour
Personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Your guide will be waiting in front of the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni in Kyoto. They will be holding a signboard for our inbound tour service “YURAGI.” If you have trouble finding them, please contact the guide via WhatsApp or phone.
End point
Your guide will be waiting in front of the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni in Kyoto. They will be holding a signboard for our inbound tour service “YURAGI.” If you have trouble finding them, please contact the guide via WhatsApp or phone.
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Meet your guide near the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni, located close to Gion-Shijo Station, and get ready to explore Kyoto’s vibrant nightlife area.
Stop 2
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 2
Bar hop through Pontocho Alley and visit 3 to 4 local izakayas and bars while enjoying Kyoto’s traditional atmosphere.
Stop 3
45 minutes
Stop 3
Continue exploring Kyoto’s nightlife in Kiyamachi with visits to 3 to 4 local bars and hidden drinking spots.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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