Kyoto Night Tour: Explore Historic Gion

Discover Fushimi Inari’s magic under moonlight, capture stunning photos, and explore its history with a local guide on this exclusive night tour.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Fushimi Inari is one of Kyoto’s most renowned Shinto shrines, celebrated for its thousands of striking red torii gates that create picturesque trails up the wooded Mount Inari. Dedicated to Inari, the deity of rice and prosperity, the shrine’s origins trace back to 711 AD.
  • Hanamikoji Street - Hanami-koji is a…
What's Included
  • Stunning professional photos will be taken during the tour
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Passionate Local English-Speaking Guide
What's Not Included
  • Public Transportation Fare (about 400 yen)
  • Food and Drinks
  • Personal Expenses
Additional Information

Discover the enchanting allure of Kyoto with our Private/Small Group Night Tour! The most captivating way to experience Kyoto’s magic is under the night sky. We handle all the arrangements, allowing you to fully enjoy Kyoto’s splendor. Meander through the illuminated torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine and wander the historic streets of Gion and…

Location
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
This tour begins at Kyoto's famous meeting place, "Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni." Your guide will be waiting in front of the statue with a board displaying the OTAKU hopper logo.(After booking, we will provide detailed meeting location information with images)
Cancellation Policy

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

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Gabrielle_h
Jul 28, 2025
Highly recommend! - Thank you so much to Ikki for an absolutely fantastic experience! He was so knowledgeable and made us feel like family. My husband and I enjoyed every second of this tour!
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Kaitlin_l
Jul 19, 2025
Best Tour in Kyoto - This was our favorite tour in Kyoto. Our local guide was very personable and full of interesting information that was delivered in a fun way. He was also very understanding when two older members of a different family with us on the tour had to take frequent breaks. Would highly recommend if you’re interested in knowing more about what you’re seeing at the many shrines in Kyoto. Also the pictures the guide took and got to us very quickly turned out amazing! A highlight of our trip for sure.
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Michellevanderhornk
Jul 16, 2025
Tour around Gion, local shrines and Inari shrines with Ikki - This tour was an amazing experience, not only were the sites beautiful, but Ikki our tour guide was fantastic!! With he's in-depth knowledge regarding Kyoto's history but his guidance around specific sites was phenomenal. He ensured our arrival was times to sites perfectly so that areas were not busy and ensured we had opportunities for fantastic photos. Ikki was a kind and insightful young man and I would suggest using this service, especially with Ikki as your guide!!!
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Julina_jk
Jul 5, 2025
Memorable and Insightful - Our guide, Ikki Kataoka-san was really a great host. He was very knowledgeable and really made the experience fun and engaging, despite the heat and humidity. The information and anecdotes he shared were really interesting with insights beyond what you would normally find in tourist guidebooks and brochures. He also helped to take lots of photos to make sure that we document our cherished moments during the tour. I really appreciated that he went above and beyond to ensure our comfort with sufficient rests and breaks in between.
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Jamarian_m
Jul 4, 2025
Best way to learn Kyoto! - Our Kyoto Magic Night walking tour was truly extraordinary! Our guide, Ikki, was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and patient throughout the entire experience. Days before our tour, the company reached out to confirm our details and pick-up location, which set a reassuring tone. Traveling with our family of eight, including four children aged 5 to 12, we were particularly impressed by Ikki's ability to engage with the kids. He patiently answered all their burning questions and took the time to connect with them. His eloquent explanations of the customs and traditions associated with the temples and shrines we visited enriched our understanding and appreciation of Kyoto's rich culture. Ikki also captured beautiful family photos at every stop, ensuring we have lasting memories of our adventure. He went above and beyond, providing helpful tips and advice for our time in Kyoto beyond the tour. Overall, we had an unforgettable experience and wholeheartedly recommend this tour to both adults and families. A heartfelt shout-out to Ikki for making our time in Kyoto so special! Thank you for an outstanding experience!
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Dereka798
Jun 26, 2025
Gion/Fushimi Inari highlights - Our evening tour around Gion/Fushimi Inari was great. Travelling with a young kid it was definitely worth the extra to go with the private option. Ikki was very informative and made it fun for everyone. It's great that he both grew up in the area and speaks impeccable English. Can't miss with this one.
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L7054rxtoddm
Jun 26, 2025
Magical night tour of Gion - Kiki was a great guide! He grew up in Gion so he knew the town as an insider. He took tons of pictures of my wife and me, and shared them. He also gave restaurant recommendations and shared lots of cultural insights.
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450pageh
Jun 20, 2025
Shrines and Temples - We learned so much and had a wonderful time. The shrines and temples are especially beautiful in the evening. Great recommendations for dining and shopping.
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Adlinah2019
Jun 17, 2025
Wonderful and relaxing. Would do it again. - Ike was very professional ana knowledgeable and managed to answer all out questions. He speaks great English so it was really nice to be able to interact with him. Totally recommended. Friendly n warm.
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Kathleendu3866ga
Jun 17, 2025
A great tour to avoid the crowds - This was a great tour to take to see the sights while avoiding the crowds. Even in the rain the tour was still a lot of fun. We learned a lot about the history of gion, local folklore, and the temples we visited.
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From $54
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).