Kyoto
Eat like a Kyoto local in and around Nishiki Market
Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours
4.9
(35)
Eat like a Kyoto local in and around Nishiki Market
Wander through the 400-year-old Nishiki Market, trying local specialties like "konna monja" donuts, buttered potato tempura and "dashimaki tamago"
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Eat your way through an especially food-obsessed area of Kyoto with a local host who’ll suggest dishes according to your taste
- Have a formal sit-down dinner, or simply snack on a variety of street foods
- Learn about the history of Kyoto through food – from centuries-old Nishiki Market to traditional kaiseki dining
- Have your helpful host on hand to translate, order, explain and recommend any dish
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
6-8 tastings of various local food specialties
A glass of sake, wine, beer or soft drink
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drinks (other than the ones included in the experience)
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
The host will be waiting at Matsumoto Kiyoshi Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi under the roof covered area.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
With a history spanning 400 years and a space of nearly 400 meters, it’s safe to say Nishiki Market has a dish for everyone to try. You’ll discover why Nishiki Market is known as the “central kitchen of Kyoto” while your local host guides you through mouthwatering dishes.
Flit from one store to the next, discover what tako tamago is, and explore a tempura store with over half a century of history and the freshest fried foods before sinking your teeth into the most delicious soymilk donuts.
Keep things moving with a quick trip to a 100-yen sushi bar and have a draft beer in an intimate izakaya. At this small local bar, you’ll share small plates of crispy kushikatsu or take your time at a traditional kaiseki (a traditional, multi-course meal) restaurant.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Huey,
Dec 2024
Michael, our guide was great, full of information and stories. We had many food options, too many: tempura, yakitori, sushi, dessert.
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Aaron,
Dec 2024
Ryuki’s knowledge of the food scene combined with his vast knowledge of Kyoto and Japanese history made for a truly unique and fun experience. We tried new foods, went to a standing bar that we never would have visited on our own.
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Paula,
Nov 2024
Nisa was an incredible guide! She made the day so fun! Not only did we eat interesting and delicious food, but she took us to places we would never have found on our own. If you are looking for a great food tour, go with Nisa!
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Steve,
Nov 2024
My daughter and I booked a Kyoto walking food tour with City Unscripted. We exchanged some emails with our guide Hanna to arrange meeting point and what we would be doing - a great start. Hanna was there waiting. The next 3 hours went in a flash. Hanna is a superb guide. Her English is excellent and a bubbly, fun person to be with. Her knowledge was fantastic. Highly recommend City Unscripted and Hanna.
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Elizabeth,
Oct 2024
Our guide Mia made the afternoon fun for all of us! We learned a lot and tasted a lot of interesting and delicious food! Thoroughly enjoyed!
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Andrew,
Oct 2024
Never would have thought of shaved ice, let alone found the local place, but it was magical! Wonderful local guide!
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