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Nara Local Food and Sake Private Tour with Licensed Guide
Product code 92136P630
From
From JPY 16,500
Dates
Available from May 24, 2026
Start times
11:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 11:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 1:00 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-11, Adult ages 12-99
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Nara Local Food and Sake Private Tour with Licensed Guide
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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 16,500
Nara Local Food and Sake Private Tour with Licensed Guide





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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Discover the authentic flavors of Nara, Japan's first permanent capital, on this relaxed private walking tour led by a friendly, government-licensed local guide. Nara is a birthplace of refined Japanese sake, and its compact old town is a delight to explore on foot. Wander through Naramachi, a beautifully preserved merchant district where narrow lanes are lined with traditional wooden townhouses, family-run shops and inviting eateries. Stroll into Nara Park to meet its famous free-roaming deer and soak up the city's tranquil, historic atmosphere. Along the way you sample beloved local specialties and visit a historic sake brewery for a tasting of distinctive Nara brews, while your guide shares the stories behind each stop. Because this is a private tour, the pace and route are yours: linger where you like, ask the questions you want, and customize the day to your tastes. Whether you are a curious first-timer or a sake lover, it is a warm, local way to experience Nara.
Overview
Discover the authentic flavors of Nara, Japan's first permanent capital, on this relaxed private walking tour led by a friendly, government-licensed local guide. Nara is a birthplace of refined Japanese sake, and its compact old town is a delight to explore on foot. Wander through Naramachi, a beautifully preserved merchant district where narrow lanes are lined with traditional wooden townhouses, family-run shops and inviting eateries. Stroll into Nara Park to meet its famous free-roaming deer and soak up the city's tranquil, historic atmosphere. Along the way you sample beloved local specialties and visit a historic sake brewery for a tasting of distinctive Nara brews, while your guide shares the stories behind each stop. Because this is a private tour, the pace and route are yours: linger where you like, ask the questions you want, and customize the day to your tastes. Whether you are a curious first-timer or a sake lover, it is a warm, local way to experience Nara.
What's Included
Included
Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Nara
Government-licensed English speaking local guide
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under 'Itinerary' list.
Not included
Private transportation
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Any food and beverage expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 1
Wander through Naramachi, Nara's beautifully preserved former merchant district, where narrow lanes are lined with traditional wooden townhouses, local shops, sake makers and small eateries. Your government-licensed guide introduces you to Nara's local specialties and the history of this charming old quarter.
Stop 2
1 hour
Stop 2
Stroll through Nara Park, the green heart of the city, famous for its friendly free-roaming deer and historic surroundings. Along the way your guide shares stories of Nara's heritage as Japan's ancient capital while you soak up the relaxed local atmosphere.
Stop 3
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 3
Visit the historic Harushika Sake Brewery, one of Nara's oldest sake makers, in the heart of Naramachi. With your guide you learn about the brewing traditions of Nara, considered a birthplace of refined Japanese sake, and enjoy a tasting of several distinctive local brews paired with regional flavors. ※sake tasting will require an additional fee.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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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