Meet Kyoto Private Journeys

We connect you with local guides who bring Kyoto’s hidden corners and stories to life.

A friendly local guide sharing stories with travelers in a serene Kyoto bamboo forest.

A friendly local guide sharing stories with travelers in a serene Kyoto bamboo forest.

Our Promise

Your Journey

Every tour is crafted to match your interests, whether wandering geisha districts or peaceful temples.

Our Tours

Tailored Kyoto experiences with local experts.

A serene bamboo forest path bathed in soft morning light.

A serene bamboo forest path bathed in soft morning light.

Geisha District

Walk through historic streets with a guide.

Close-up of a traditional tea ceremony in a tatami room.

Close-up of a traditional tea ceremony in a tatami room.

Tea Ceremony

Experience authentic Japanese tea rituals.

A local artisan crafting delicate Kyoto pottery.

A local artisan crafting delicate Kyoto pottery.

Sunset view over Kiyomizu-dera temple with city skyline.

Sunset view over Kiyomizu-dera temple with city skyline.

Artisan Crafts

Meet local artists and their workshops.

Temple Tours

Explore Kyoto’s iconic temples at dusk.

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A serene view of a hidden bamboo forest path bathed in soft morning light.

A serene view of a hidden bamboo forest path bathed in soft morning light.

Moments

Snapshots from authentic Kyoto experiences with local guides

A close-up of a geisha's delicate hands arranging traditional hair ornaments.

A close-up of a geisha's delicate hands arranging traditional hair ornaments.

Sunlight filtering through autumn leaves at a quiet temple garden.

Sunlight filtering through autumn leaves at a quiet temple garden.

A local guide sharing stories with travelers in a bustling Kyoto market.

A local guide sharing stories with travelers in a bustling Kyoto market.

A peaceful tea ceremony setup with handcrafted pottery and fresh matcha.

A peaceful tea ceremony setup with handcrafted pottery and fresh matcha.

Nighttime lanterns glowing softly along a narrow, cobblestone street in Gion.

Nighttime lanterns glowing softly along a narrow, cobblestone street in Gion.