Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity.
Experience Kyoto like a local on this all-in-one bar hopping walking tour in the backstreets of Pontocho. Your friendly guide will lead you to hidden izakayas—local taverns off the beaten path—offering a unique night out full of authentic experiences.
Taste a variety of drinks and traditional izakaya dishes, from yakitori and sashimi to crisp draft beer. Sake lovers can enjoy Kyoto-made sake at a standing bar while exploring the lively backstreets. This tour gives you th...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
3-4 drinks (You can choose from our selections)
A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
Hopping 3 local izakaya & bars with a local guide
Photos during a tour
3-4 dishes (Enough for full dinner) You can choose from our selections! (Vegan menu available)
Additional foods and drinks (Available for purchase)
Meeting Points
Departure
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
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".
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
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Anyone over 20 years old can join this tour.
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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.
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Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity.
Experience Kyoto like a local on this all-in-one bar hopping walking tour in the backstreets of Pontocho. Your friendly guide will lead you to hidden izakayas—local taverns off the beaten path—offering a unique night out full of authentic experiences.
Taste a variety of drinks and traditional izakaya dishes, from yakitori and sashimi to crisp draft beer. Sake lovers can enjoy Kyoto-made sake at a standing bar while exploring the lively backstreets. This tour gives you th...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
3-4 drinks (You can choose from our selections)
A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
Hopping 3 local izakaya & bars with a local guide
Photos during a tour
3-4 dishes (Enough for full dinner) You can choose from our selections! (Vegan menu available)
Additional foods and drinks (Available for purchase)
Meeting Points
Departure
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
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".