Kyoto Nishiki Market Food Tour

What to expect

Walk through Nishiki Market, also known as the "kitchen of Kyoto." Sample fresh delicacies in one of the richest culinary atmospheres in the world and gain in-depth knowledge on how to prepare them.

Explore the beautiful flavors of Kyoto on this tour of the 400-year-old Nishiki Market. Get an excellent introduction to the cuisine of Kyoto as you enjoy tastings of different local and seasonal food unique to the area. Take a peek into the history and culture of Kyoto through regional flavors, souvenirs, and insider stories you wouldn’t want to miss. Stop by a shrine beloved by locals for its rich history.
Discover fascinating insights about Japanese culture on this small-group guided tour of the city’s best food spots.

About this experience

Starting at
10:00

Schedule

  1. Meet Outside Lacoste Kawaramachi
  2. Nishiki Market
    Spend the morning strolling around Nishiki Market with your English-speaking guide. Sample delicacies like tsukemono (pickled vegetables), yuba (tofu skin), kamaboko (fish cake), tako (octopus), matcha warabi mochi (green tea-flavored rice cake) and much more!
  3. Lunch
    Enjoy a delicious Kyoto-style lunch of fish and seafood as well as interesting egg dishes and special seasonings.
  4. Tour Ends in Nishiki Market

Location and Directions

  • Check-in

    Outside Lacoste Kawaramachi

    Naramonocho, Kyoto, 375, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

    Outside Lacoste Kawaramachi — Naramonocho, Kyoto, 375, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
  • Check-out

    Nishiki Market

    Nishiki Market, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

    Nishiki Market — Nishiki Market, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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