---
title: Food & Night Tours in Kyoto
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Kyoto
country: Japan
tours: 9
price_from_eur: 93
reviews_total: 4102
as_of: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-food-tours/
---

# Food & Night Tours in Kyoto

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Food & Night Tours in Kyoto: 9 tours, all from the 123 we kept after screening every one of the 1,702 tours Viator lists for Kyoto, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers.

## All 9 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Kyoto Foodie Night Tour](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-foodie-night-tour/?format=md) |  | €107 per person | 4.96 (677) | 3h 30m | daily 17:00 | up to 8 per booking · instant · en/ja |
| 2 | [Kyoto Nightlife Social Dining & Hidden Bars Tour- Gion & Pontocho](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-nightlife-social-dining-hidden-bars-tour-gion-pontocho/?format=md) |  | €93 per person | 4.88 (658) | 3h 30m | daily 17:30–18:30 | up to 7 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 3 | [Kyoto Food Tour of 10 Tastings with Wagyu, Mochi & More Secrets](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-food-tour-of-10-tastings-with-wagyu-mochi-more-secrets/?format=md) |  | €130 per person | 4.92 (116) | 3h 30m | daily 10:45–16:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 4 | [Kyoto Casual Evening Pontocho Food Tour](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-casual-evening-pontocho-food-tour/?format=md) |  | €202 per person | 4.91 (32) | 3h | daily 16:30 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 5 | [Kyoto Premium Night Foodie Tour in Gion(9+dishes + Sake tastings)](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-premium-night-foodie-tour-in-gion-9-dishes-sake-tastings/?format=md) |  | €143 per person | 4.83 (1922) | 3h 30m | daily 17:00–18:00 | up to 7 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 6 | [Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour Including Kaiseki Dinner](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-evening-gion-food-tour-including-kaiseki-dinner/?format=md) |  | €252 per person | 4.79 (63) | 3h | daily 17:00 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 7 | [Kyoto Private Night Tour with a Local – Bars, Bites & Culture](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-private-night-tour-with-a-local-bars-bites-culture/?format=md) | Private Tours | €132 per person | 4.76 (50) | 2h–3h | daily 15:00–19:00 | private · up to 8 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/ja |
| 8 | [The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Kyoto: The 10 Tastings](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/the-award-winning-private-food-tour-of-kyoto-the-10-tastings/?format=md) | Private Tours | €172 per person | 4.67 (106) | 3h | daily 10:30–15:30 | private · up to 8 · free cancel · instant · en/ja |
| 9 | [Kyoto Nighttime All-Inclusive Eats and Streets, Gion and Beyond](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-nighttime-all-inclusive-eats-and-streets-gion-and-beyond/?format=md) |  | €120 per person | 4.65 (478) | 3h | daily 18:30 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr |

## Why each made the list

- **Kyoto Foodie Night Tour** — Taste Kyoto-style dishes at local restaurants while exploring Nishiki Market, Pontocho and Kiyamachi. Dinner and three drinks are included; vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free choices are limited, and dietary requests need at least a week's notice. 4.96 from 677 reviews at €107 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Kyoto Nightlife Social Dining & Hidden Bars Tour- Gion & Pontocho** — Pair Obanzai dishes with a standing bar stop on an evening around Pontocho and Gion. Local bites, three drinks, photos and the Gion bar table charge are included; guests must be over twenty, and venues may allow smoking. 4.88 from 658 reviews at €93 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Kyoto Food Tour of 10 Tastings with Wagyu, Mochi & More Secrets** — Taste Kyoto through wagyu sushi, yuba tofu, katsudon, okonomiyaki and fruit-filled daifuku mochi. Beer, sake tastings and tea are included; the menu can change and dietary needs must be shared in advance. 4.92 from 116 reviews at €130 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Kyoto Casual Evening Pontocho Food Tour** — Combine an evening walk through Pontocho and Gion Shirakawa with four food stops. Two drinks and guided sightseeing are included; hotel pickup and transport cost extra, and moderate fitness is required. 4.91 from 32 reviews at €202 per person for 3h.
- **Kyoto Premium Night Foodie Tour in Gion(9+dishes + Sake tastings)** — This evening route through Gion and Pontocho starts with seasonal Kyoto dishes in a Machiya townhouse. A full dinner with dessert, three sake tastings and two drinks is included; vegan and gluten-free menus are unavailable. 4.83 from 1922 reviews at €143 per person for 3h 30m.
- **Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour Including Kaiseki Dinner** — Pair an evening walk through Gion and Shirakawa with a kaiseki dinner. A guide, a ten-course dinner, green tea, dessert and one drink are included; the walk requires a high level of fitness. 4.79 from 63 reviews at €252 per person for 3h.
- **Kyoto Private Night Tour with a Local – Bars, Bites & Culture** — Explore Kyoto's bars and izakayas on foot after dark on a private tour for your party, tailored to your interests. Two drinks and itinerary planning are included; extra drinks, attraction tickets and transport cost extra. 4.76 from 50 reviews at €132 per person.
- **The Award-Winning PRIVATE Food Tour of Kyoto: The 10 Tastings** — Try gyozas and Japanese pepper ice cream between Kyoto city sights on a private tour for your party. Ten food and drink tastings and a guide are included, with vegetarian alternatives; sights are viewed from outside and hotel pickup is excluded. 4.67 from 106 reviews at €172 per person for 3h.
- **Kyoto Nighttime All-Inclusive Eats and Streets, Gion and Beyond** — A small shared group of up to six explores Gion and Kyoto's nightlife districts, with food stops at two standing bar restaurants. Dinner and two drinks are included; guests must be at least thirteen. 4.65 from 478 reviews at €120 per person for 3h.

## Other collections in Kyoto

- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/private-tours-kyoto/?format=md) — 60 tours
- [Sightseeing & City Tours](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-sightseeing-tours/?format=md) — 36 tours
- [Day Trips from Kyoto](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/day-trips-from-kyoto/?format=md) — 21 tours
- [Samurai, Ninja & Craft Experiences](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-samurai-culture/?format=md) — 17 tours
- [Nara Day Trips](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/nara-day-trips-from-kyoto/?format=md) — 15 tours
- [Geisha & Gion Tours](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-geisha-gion-tours/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Tea Ceremony & Matcha](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-tea-ceremony/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Bike & E-Bike Tours](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-bike-tours/?format=md) — 11 tours
- [Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/arashiyama-tours/?format=md) — 9 tours
- [Photoshoots & Kimono Experiences](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-photoshoots/?format=md) — 7 tours
- [Cooking Classes](https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/kyoto-cooking-classes/?format=md) — 4 tours

## FAQ

**How many food & night tours in Kyoto are available on Guidekin?**

9 food & night tours are available for booking in Kyoto on Guidekin. The top-rated is Kyoto Foodie Night Tour with 4.96/5 from 677 reviews.

**How much do food & night tours in Kyoto cost?**

Prices range from €93 to €252 per person. The most affordable option is Kyoto Nightlife Social Dining & Hidden Bars Tour- Gion & Pontocho at €93. The premium choice is Kyoto Evening Gion Food Tour Including Kaiseki Dinner at €252.

**What are the best food & night tours in Kyoto?**

Based on 4102 traveler reviews across 9 tours, Kyoto Foodie Night Tour leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.96/5 (677 reviews).

**How long do food & night tours in Kyoto last?**

Duration ranges from 2h to 3h 30m. The shortest is Kyoto Private Night Tour with a Local – Bars, Bites & Culture at 2h. The longest is Kyoto Food Tour of 10 Tastings with Wagyu, Mochi & More Secrets at 3h 30m.

**How do I book food & night tours in Kyoto on Guidekin?**

Browse 9 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most food & night tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


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| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
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