Gather at Gion Shijo Station, Exit 5, in front of the Izumo no Okuni Statue. Our guide, holding a "MagicalTrip" sign, will be there to greet you and begin the tour.
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Umenokichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto
Enjoy a scenic walk through Ponto-cho, one of Kyoto’s most historic districts. In the morning, this area offers a peaceful atmosphere, allowing you to appreciate its traditional wooden buildings and views of the Kamo River before heading to the market.
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537 Nakanochō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto
Stop at Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine, a small but important Shinto shrine. Learn about its connection to Kyoto’s history and culture while taking in its peaceful surroundings.
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Higashiuoyachō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto
Enter Nishiki Market, often called "Kyoto’s Kitchen," and explore its many food stalls. Sample a variety of fresh seafood, local snacks, and seasonal specialties while your guide explains the ingredients and flavors that make Kyoto’s cuisine unique.
Enjoy a Kyoto-style brunch at a restaurant inside the market. This meal highlights traditional flavors and fresh ingredients, giving you a true taste of Kyoto’s food culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour starts at Gion Shijo Station, Exit 5, where you will meet the guide in front of the Izumo no Okuni Statue. The tour ends at Nishiki Market after brunch, and your guide will be happy to give recommendations for places to visit next.
The tour includes a leisurely walk through Ponto-cho, Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine, and Nishiki Market, covering approximately 1-1.5 km (0.6-0.9 miles). Most of the tour is on flat ground, but comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The tour starts on time to ensure the best experience for all guests. If you arrive late, you may miss part or all of the tour, and we cannot provide refunds or reschedule for late arrivals. We recommend arriving at least 10 minutes early at the meeting point.
Yes, the tour runs rain or shine. If rain is expected, please bring an umbrella or raincoat. In cases of severe weather or unsafe conditions, we will notify you in advance and offer a reschedule or full refund if the tour needs to be canceled.
Experience Kyoto’s food culture on a 2.5-hour tour at Nishiki Market. Walk through historic streets, visit a local shrine, and taste traditional Kyoto dishes. With a friendly guide, discover hidden food spots and learn about Kyoto’s rich culinary history while enjoying a Kyoto-style brunch.
Brunch at restaurant 7 kinds of tastings 3 hours with a certified local guide by MagicalTrip Photos during the tour
What's not included
Additional food and drinks (Available for purchase)
With a small group we walked the interesting route from the river to the Nishiki. The food market is interesting and excitingly busy with tourists. Our guide was able to pick some interesting foods for us to try. The lunch place at the end of the tour is a modern Japanese restaurant and the 8 options were actually large and diverse even when the picture didn't show it! A tour like this is also great to meet some other travellers.
Jeroen1975
November 22, 2025
Highly Recommend!
Our tour guide Mat was very knowledgeable and helpful and introduced us to many different foods inside the market and showed us lots of cool places
Christopher L
November 21, 2025
Jeroen1975
November 22, 2025
Fun, casual walk with nice guide
With a small group we walked the interesting route from the river to the Nishiki. The food market is interesting and excitingly busy with tourists. Our guide was able to pick some interesting foods for us to try. The lunch place at the end of the tour is a modern Japanese restaurant and the 8 options were actually large and diverse even when the picture didn't show it! A tour like this is also great to meet some other travellers.
Christopher L
November 21, 2025
Highly Recommend!
Our tour guide Mat was very knowledgeable and helpful and introduced us to many different foods inside the market and showed us lots of cool places
