Guided tour of Kyoto's hidden gems

Special feature on hidden spots in Kyoto !
This time,
A tour of hidden spots
We would like to introduce you to:
Stroll through the backstreets
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Visiting power spots
Enjoy a new sightseeing experience with your guide.
There are plenty of contents perfect for couples and girls' trips, Kyoto Please use this as a reference for your sightseeing.
table of contents
- 1 Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 1: Tango Area
- 2 Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 2: Kyoto Walking & Back Alley Mini Tour
- 3 Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 3: Power Spot Tour
- 4 Kyoto Hidden Spot Recommended Guided Tour 4: Makai Mystery Tour
- 5 Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 5: Uji Private Custom-made Tour
- 6 Enjoy hidden spots in Kyoto!
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 1: Tango Area

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The northernmost part of the prefecture, stretching along the Sea of Japan
Tango area
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A charming area where the sea, nature, and history coexist in harmony
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Amanohashidate
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Ine Boathouses
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Guided tour around
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Amanohashidate, which floats in Miyazu Bay, is a particularly famous spot. Matsushima in Miyagi " " Miyajima in Hiroshima Alongside One of the Three Most Scenic Views of Japan It is known as:
Ine Boathouses teeth, The area is characterized by a unique landscape lined with boat houses, buildings with garages for boats on the first floor and residences on the second floor. .

We also recommend spending time enjoying interacting with local fishermen and residents while experiencing nature and history up close.
In the surrounding area A restaurant where you can enjoy fresh seafood There is a wide variety of items, so please stop by.
however, The boathouses of Ine are privately owned Please enjoy sightseeing while observing proper etiquette.
[Day Trip] Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)
Dear customers, the following is a reference itinerary for that day (please note that the tour guide may adjust the order of the itinerary or remove the staying time of some attractions based on the actual situation of the day.) ※Pre-travel notice: Between 20:00 and 21:00 the night before your trip, we will send you detailed tour guide and vehicle information by email.
Besides, Plan to explore the roots of sake is recommended for girls' trips and couples' trips.
This plan does not support English.
<This is where Japan's food culture began!? Head to Tango, the ever-evolving "place of beginnings"!> When you think of sake-producing areas in Kyoto, many people will first think of Fushimi. But actually! How many of you know that before sake was known as sake, it was actually born in the Tango region facing the Sea of Japan? Furthermore, Tango is known as the home of sake, a region that has long been loved by Japanese people.
Located in Miyama Town, Miyama Thatched Village There are also popular sightseeing plans that will further enhance your adult trip, such as enjoying the untouched scenery of Japan at "Osaka Castle."
Exploring Japan's hidden gems: Ine Town, Amanohashidate, Miyama Kayabuki Village *Ine Town - Known as the "Venice of Japan," you'll feel like you've entered another world when you sail through it. Counted as one of the most beautiful villages and towns in Japan, this town has over 230 boat houses lined up along the shores of Ine Bay, allowing you to experience the pristine scenery of nature.
For those who want to freely explore the Tamba area,
We recommend reserving a free ride ticket.
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For two days, you can get on and off local buses, the Amanohashidate sightseeing boat, the Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park cable car, and more as many times as you like.
Amanohashidate and the Funaya houses of Ine are two of the most famous tourist destinations in northern Kinki. The view from Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park, an observation deck on the north side of Amanohashidate, is known as the birthplace of the "Mata Nozoki" (looking between the legs). The view from Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park, an observation deck that can be reached by cable car or lift, is definitely worth a look! In addition, the Amanohashidate sightseeing boat, which runs along the pine-lined streets of Amanohashidate, offers an extraordinary boat trip experience.
In the surrounding area, A hidden gem where you can enjoy the traditional crafts and food culture of the Tamba area There are also many.
If you find a spot or plan that interests you, please visit it. Kyoto Come experience the new charm of this place.
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This is a 100% silk weaving experience that can only be found in a town that prospered with the high-quality silk fabric "Tango Chirimen". The experience will be held at the "former Kayo Town Hall" located in the traditional buildings preservation district. Feel free to drop by with your family or friends during your free time between trips. Experience making your own original coasters using a tabletop handloom. 100% silk
Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 2: Kyoto Walking & Back Alley Mini Tour

Like a checkerboard
Kyoto
Once you step away from the busy main street into the back alley, you'll find a quiet and tasteful landscape.
Kyoto has a wealth of hidden spots on its streets.
An attractive tourist destination where you can discover something new no matter how many times you visit
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If you want to visit shops and historical sites that are not even listed in guidebooks, Backstreet tour with a local guide We recommend you to join Located in Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City Karasuma Gojo A tour of the backstreets around Karasuma Gojo is close to Kyoto Station, so it's easy to fit into your schedule.
Guided backstreet tours include
0 years old
You can join from
A great plan for children under 2 years old to participate for free
There is also one.
You'll find yourself nodding in agreement as you visit hidden gems of Kyoto, shrines and temples with a local guide.
Kyoto Walking Tour
Joining this tour will surely make your trip even more enjoyable and memorable.
The tour
60 min
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90 min
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120 min
Course
In addition to being able to choose from
Hourly Plans
This means you can fit your participation into your sightseeing schedule.
Come join us with your family and friends and enjoy the deep charm of Kyoto.
This plan does not support English.
The theme of the tour is "Backstreets"! There is a lot to see in Kyoto, including Kyoto life and hidden gems! Shops and places like this! Mysteries in these alleys! If you wander around, you'll make lots of discoveries! We will introduce you to Kyoto that you won't find in guidebooks! You can see famous shops and temples and shrines in backstreets that are barely wide enough for one car to pass through.
This plan does not support English.
<We'll tell you about the secrets of Kyoto that you don't know about by touring the Karasuma-Gojo area in the center of Kyoto♪> Karasuma-dori is the main street of Reiwa Kyoto that stretches straight north and south from Kyoto Station. The central area of Kyoto where two main streets intersect, if you go down a back street... The theme of the tour is "back alleys"! There is a lot of unknown Kyoto, such as Kyoto life and hidden famous shops!
This plan does not support English.
<We'll tell you about the secrets of Kyoto that you don't know about by touring the Karasuma-Gojo area in the center of Kyoto♪> Karasuma-dori is the main street of Reiwa Kyoto that stretches straight north and south from Kyoto Station. The central area of Kyoto where two main streets intersect, if you go down a back street... The theme of the tour is "back alleys"! There is a lot of unknown Kyoto, such as Kyoto life and hidden famous shops!
[Kyoto city] A secret Kyoto walking tour with a guided tour of Kyoto!
This plan does not support English.
<Walk through Kyoto and you'll encounter wonders!> Kyoto's alleys run from east to west, north to south. Walk along the alleys while deciphering the mysteries of the alleys in accordance with the song "Kyoto's Streets: The Parallel Lines"♪ Kyoto's alleys run from east to west, north to south. Famous for being laid out in a "grid" pattern, there are more than 100 of them. Starting with the layout of the city of Kyoto, we will learn about the history of the streets, the majestic rivers, the shrines and temples, and the scenery of the entertainment districts.
Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 3: Power Spot Tour

In Kyoto
A power spot where nature and history come together
There are many
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In particular, visiting power spots, where you can experience the power of each shrine and temple, is a recommended experience for those who want to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
At Activity Japan, Kyoto ・ Fukuchiyama City In Motoise Naiku Kotai Shrine (An unidentifiable enemy.) "or" Fushimi Inari Shrine " etc. Tour with a guide You can make a reservation.
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We will visit Motoise Naiku (Kotaijinja Shrine) in Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture, a remote worship site overlooking the pyramid-shaped sacred mountain Himurodake, and Ama-no-Iwato (shrine) where Amaterasu Omikami, who appears in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, is hiding, with a professional guide. Motoise refers to the place where Amaterasu Omikami (Naiku) was enshrined before the current Ise Grand Shrine was founded, and this place is said to be the beginning of Motoise and is a power spot.
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Knowing about the benefits of Inari Shrine will make you feel like you've gained something! We have prepared a course that is easy to understand even for beginners and allows you to walk at a leisurely pace! What kind of shrine is Fushimi Inari Taisha? What is the correct manners for worship? We will guide you through the shrine building, as well as secret spots that many worshippers don't notice, and provide you with a wealth of information in 90 minutes, from front to back.
This plan does not support English.
<The Kyoto Mystery Guide teaches you the truth and wonders of Fushimi Inari, a mountain tour♪> First, let's find out! The second story is a mountain tour of Fushimi Inari Taisha♪ What is the mystery of Fushimi Inari? There's more than one! Do you know about the power spot☆Inari-san mountain tour? From the back approach to the mountain tour! A mystical experience of mountain tours from three junctions to four junctions, peak to peak! Various gods
Because it is a guided tour, Learn more about history and culture This is sure to be a memorable trip, and is recommended for families with children and girls' trips.
Besides, Kyoto Loop Trail There are also tours that take you to power spots and feel the energy of nature. Be sure to check out the details of the plans that interest you.
[Kyoto, Fushimi] Kyoto Loop Trail (Higashiyama & Kitayama: 5 divisions) Starting from Fushimi Inari!
★The Kyoto Loop Trail is a hiking course of about 70km in length that starts from Fushimi Inari in the southeast of Kyoto, passes through Mount Hiei, goes around Kitayama, and ends in Kiyotaki in the west and Arashiyama. It is a trail course blessed with quiet nature and well-maintained paths. ★The main Higashiyama & Kitayama course is divided into five parts so you can take it easy and relax, stopping off at tourist spots along the way.
A tour of power spots to refresh both body and mind
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This is the perfect experience for those who want to enjoy a special moment that cannot be expressed in words.
Recharge your body and mind. Kyoto Experience the unique depth of this dish.
Kyoto Hidden Spot Recommended Guided Tour 4: Makai Mystery Tour

" Makai Mystery Tour "teeth, A unique tour where you can experience the mysterious charm of an ancient city is.
" Onmyoji "or" Entrance to the underworld " " Warriors trapped in a curse While touring each spot under the theme of " Discover a mysterious and thrilling side of Kyoto that you can't experience on a regular tourist trip. can.
The stage for the mystery tour is Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Higashiyama Ward This area is dotted with popular tourist spots such as the above. A guide will accompany you. Approximately 2 to 3 hours Take your time and enjoy the mysterious world view.
Private tours available
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Another appealing feature is being able to explore at your own pace without worrying about the people around you.
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They will tell you stories that are not written in the guidebook and answer your questions thoroughly,
This tour is recommended for families with children who are interested in history and mystery, and for those who like spiritual things.
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[Kyoto Demon World Guide Mystery Tour: Onmyoji Edition] ~What is an Onmyoji?~
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The Abe family is said to have been deeply involved in the creation of Heian-kyo. Their descendants, the Tsuchimikado family, are full of mysteries and secrets! Let's trace the unknown traces of the Tsuchimikado family, who were a clan of onmyoji. This is recommended for those who are interested in "Abe no Seimei" and "onmyoji," as well as those who are interested in history, as you can learn about the creation of Heian-kyo!
[Kyoto Demon World Guide Mystery Tour Sengoku Edition] ~ Warlords Trapped in a Curse ~
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<The third installment of the Kyoto Demon Guide series!> The remains of the dreams of warlords in the Demon Capital, Kyoto? Some were betrayed and their dreams of unifying the country came to an end, while others were not loved by the times and went insane in their later years. Was it fate? Was it inevitable? This book focuses on Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who had a deep connection with Kyoto, and covers the feud between Hideyoshi and Ieyasu, the temple bell that triggered the great war, and temples where the scars of the war are still vividly visible.
[Kyoto Demon Guide Mystery Tour: Underworld Edition] ~What is the entrance to the underworld?~
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<The second installment of the Kyoto Demon Guide Series!> There is a time in Kyoto that is said to be the busiest time of the year with "invisible residents." We are heading to the underworld entrance of Heian-kyo! There is a road in Heian-kyo that is connected to the dead. At the underworld entrance, the junction between this world and the afterlife, the welcoming bell rings out and the procession of the dead begins to the capital. Let's take a look at the roads that remain in Kyoto that are connected to this world and the afterlife.
Kyoto Hidden Spots Recommended Guided Tour 5: Uji Private Custom-made Tour

Uji City
Located in the southern part of Kyoto,
A famous Japanese tea producing region
It is also a famous place.
It has been recognized as a World Heritage Site.
Byodoin Temple Phoenix Hall
(Medical Inspection Office)" and "
Ujigami Shrine
(Ujikami Shrine)" and others.
An area where you can experience Japanese history and tradition
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Uji is a place where soothing scenery spreads out throughout the four seasons.
A relaxing and cultural town perfect for a stroll
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For those who have been to Kyoto but have never been to Uji,
Day trip plan with private driver
Why not try it out?

At Activity Japan, Custom-made private tour around Uji We are now accepting reservations. For private tours, Even if you have small children with you, you can spend your time here comfortably without worrying about the people around you. It is also attractive .
Kyoto Southern landmarks and Uji This is a highly satisfying plan that allows you to freely visit hidden spots in the area. If you wish, you can also taste Uji matcha.
Private hire car with dedicated driver
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You can freely customize the departure time and the spots you want to visit.
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Since you don't have to worry about finding a parking space or crowded public transport, it's also recommended for family trips involving three generations of parents and children.
[Uji Matcha Experience] Custom-made 10-hour day trip in a private hire car with a private driver
* The required time for a one-day charter is 10 hours (including driving time). * If the departure point is not Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted. For continuous charter trips of more than two days (if the return point is not Osaka on the same day), the customer will be required to pay the driver's accommodation fee of 10,000 yen per night to prevent the driver from getting tired.
Enjoy hidden spots in Kyoto!

Guided tours in Kyoto's hidden gems If you go, you'll be able to hear even more in-depth knowledge and stories, and your trip is sure to be a memorable one.
Please use this article as a reference for your family or girls trip. Explore hidden spots in Kyoto Let's have fun.
*The content of this article is current as of February 2025.
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