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Kyoto Night Pub Crawl: Pontocho & Gion Hidden Alley Bars Tour
Product code 63670P12
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From JPY 6,500
Dates
Available from Jun 11, 2026
Start times
5:30 PM
Travelers
Adult ages 20-100
Options
Kyoto Local Eats & Secret Gion Bar Tour
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 6,500
Kyoto Night Pub Crawl: Pontocho & Gion Hidden Alley Bars Tour
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Experience the magic of Kyoto at night like a true local! While Pontocho and Gion are famous for their beautiful lantern-lit streets, finding welcoming, authentic restaurants without a local guide can be very difficult. This casual walking and local eats tour removes the language barrier and takes you straight to the best hidden spots. 1. Hidden Izakayas & Bars: Skip the tourist traps. We will take you to two authentic local Izakayas and one secret bar tucked away in the narrow alleys of Kyoto. 2. Authentic Kyoto Cuisine: Taste local specialties you won't easily find elsewhere, such as "Obanzai" (Kyoto home-style cooking), "Yuba" (delicate tofu skin), and classic comfort foods, all explained by your guide. 3. Premium Kyoto Sake: Kyoto is famous for its pure water and incredible sake. Enjoy fantastic sake pairings with your meals. 4. Magical Night Stroll: Safely explore the historic, atmospheric streets of Pontocho and Gion with an local expert!
Overview
Experience the magic of Kyoto at night like a true local! While Pontocho and Gion are famous for their beautiful lantern-lit streets, finding welcoming, authentic restaurants without a local guide can be very difficult. This casual walking and local eats tour removes the language barrier and takes you straight to the best hidden spots. 1. Hidden Izakayas & Bars: Skip the tourist traps. We will take you to two authentic local Izakayas and one secret bar tucked away in the narrow alleys of Kyoto. 2. Authentic Kyoto Cuisine: Taste local specialties you won't easily find elsewhere, such as "Obanzai" (Kyoto home-style cooking), "Yuba" (delicate tofu skin), and classic comfort foods, all explained by your guide. 3. Premium Kyoto Sake: Kyoto is famous for its pure water and incredible sake. Enjoy fantastic sake pairings with your meals. 4. Magical Night Stroll: Safely explore the historic, atmospheric streets of Pontocho and Gion with an local expert!
What's Included
Included
Walking Tour
Hopping 3 local izakaya & bars with a local guide
Photos during a tour
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
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".
End point
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".
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hours
Stop 1
We will go to 2 local izakaya in “Pontocho”. “Pontocho” is one of Kyoto’s most famous traditional dining streets, known for its narrow alley, wooden buildings, and charming old atmosphere. You can feel Kyoto’s historic and romantic vibe while enjoying local food, Japanese sake, and a unique night out.
Pass by stop 2
Pass by stop 2
Kamogawa river runs through the heart of Kyoto. “Kamogawa” is loved by locals as a place to relax, enjoy the scenery, and feel the changing seasons. You can experience a peaceful local atmosphere while seeing a more everyday and charming side of Kyoto.
Stop 3
50 minutes
Stop 3
We will walk through “Gion”, Kyoto’s most famous geisha district and visit a hidden bar. “Gion” is known for its beautiful traditional streets, old teahouses, and elegant Kyoto atmosphere. You can enjoy local culture, historic scenery, and Kyoto's unique bar scens.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
Other
Anyone over 20 years old can join this tour.
Health Other
Food and drinks are not included in this tour. At each venue, your guide will recommend local Kyoto dishes, so we kindly ask that each guest order at least one food item and one drink at every stop.
Health Other
Please bring cash for payment. We split the check at 1st & 2nd venues, and any amount under 100 yen will be rounded up for easier payment processing. The third bar operates on a cash-on-delivery basis.
Health Other
Because most Japanese restaurants are not fully ready for providing vegetarian menus, limited choices of vegetarian foods in our tour is available.
Health Other
This tour could possibly visit places where smoking is not prohibited. Please note that we may not be able to change the tour venues in this case.
Health Other
You will not be able to join the tour, get a refund or reschedule if you are late for the tour and miss the group.
Health Other
Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
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
Review Summary
4.9
644 reviews
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