The Kyoto Bar Hopping Night Tour offers an introduction to the city’s local nightlife, with visits to three bars in the Pontocho or Kiyamachi areas. Guided by a local host, guests enjoy a variety of drinks and dishes while learning about Kyoto’s food culture and evening scene in a relaxed, social setting.
3–4 dishes (enough for a full dinner; vegan options available)
Visits to 3 local izakaya and bars
3–4 included drinks
Photos taken during the tour
English-speaking guide
What's not included
Additional food and drinks (available for purchase)
This bar-hopping tour includes visits to three local bars or izakayas.
Specific drink or food requests cannot be accommodated. However, the tour includes a curated selection of drinks and dishes at each stop, offering a good variety to enjoy.
There is no specific dress code for the tour. We recommend wearing comfortable, casual clothing. Please note that some bars may have their own dress code policies.
No. Outside drinks and food are not permitted, as the tour supports local bars. Drinks and dishes are provided during the tour and are sufficient for a full dinner experience.
The tour involves light walking between nearby bars. Distances are short, and the pace is relaxed.
Yes. The tour runs rain or shine, as most of the experience takes place indoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Our tour guide Woohee was amazing! We had the best time on our Bar Hop Tour with her. She showed us so many beautiful streets, gave us mini history lessons, and even helped us map out our day tomorrow in the same area with cool local coffee shops and restaurants that we would like. So helpful!
If you can book a tour with her you will really enjoy her positive energy and fun attitude. She made us so happy to be in Kyoto. What a delight!!!!
Mimi D
April 22, 2026
Pontocho & Gion with J
J was a lovely and kind tour guide! Thank you for exploring Pontocho and Gion with me 😄
Samantha M
April 13, 2026
Mimi D
April 22, 2026
Amazing first night in Kyoto!
Our tour guide Woohee was amazing! We had the best time on our Bar Hop Tour with her. She showed us so many beautiful streets, gave us mini history lessons, and even helped us map out our day tomorrow in the same area with cool local coffee shops and restaurants that we would like. So helpful!
If you can book a tour with her you will really enjoy her positive energy and fun attitude. She made us so happy to be in Kyoto. What a delight!!!!
Samantha M
April 13, 2026
Pontocho & Gion with J
J was a lovely and kind tour guide! Thank you for exploring Pontocho and Gion with me 😄
