Kyoto

Full family day in Kyoto with a local

Family-Friendly • 8 hours 5.0

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Full family day in Kyoto with a local

Discover the best of Kyoto to be enjoyed by the whole family on an experience tailored to you by a host who knows what the kids will love to explore

Visit on the 15th, 21st and 25th of the month to catch one of the flea markets and grab amazing bargain kimono, ceramics, handicrafts etc.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

See an area of Kyoto chosen by your knowledgeable host, but based on your family’s interests
Explore Kyoto’s cosmopolitan attractions, or head outdoors with a trip to the bamboo forest or botanical gardens
Take part in interactive, educational, and just plain fun experiences that kids will love
Visit family-friendly restaurants and tons of ice-cream parlors – your host reads a menu better than Google Translate does!
You’re guaranteed all-day entertainment within a relatively small radius of central Kyoto

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

8 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience 

8 hours with a host

Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Tickets to any attractions

Transportation costs

 Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

The host will be awaiting you at Matsumoto Kiyoshi Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

You could ring the bells at the interactive Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Eastern Kyoto, check out the view from Yasaka Pagoda less than one mile away, or head a little further north and explore the Botanical Gardens while the young ones zip down the playground slide.

Nature lovers may choose to head 30 minutes out of central Kyoto to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where forest walks and a visit to Iwatayama Monkey Park are sure to keep the whole family entertained. Hungry? Your local insider will be happy to scope out the best family-friendly restaurants in the district – and decipher the kids’ menus. When it’s time for dessert, keep sweet teeth happy with Kyoto’s famous melonpan ice cream or funky-flavored shaved ice - why not try the bamboo?

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

Surrounded by centuries of tradition

Night Lights & Lantern Legends

Charmed in Gion

Hidden shrines and heartfelt connections

Golden Hour at Kiyomizu-dera

Ice Cream Break in Old Kyoto

Morning Light & Timeless Streets

Pagoda Strolls & Smiles All Around

Fushimi Inari, the Insider Way

Family Roots at Yasaka Shrine

A Table Full of Stories

New Friends in Old Streets

Tempura & Togetherness

The Fox Shrine Crew

Sannenzaka Strolls & Big Grins

Wagyu, Wasabi & Wonderful Company

Kyoto’s Rooftops & Reflections

Walking through the iconic Fushimi Inari gates

Big smiles and even bigger stories

Soft Steps & Serene Views

From ancient torii gates to new friendships

A wintery evening stroll and some of the best street snacks in the city

Wandering through a forest of giants

A day filled with culture and laughter

Wandering Kyoto’s shopping arcades

Golden hour, cherry blossoms, and two friends soaking up Kyoto’s quiet charm

A Cozy Culinary Moment tucked into a quiet Kyoto alley

The perfect view to end a perfect Kyoto day.

Family adventures down Kyoto’s most charming slope

Pagoda Postcard Vibes

Lunch with a local – and two new ramen lovers officially converted

Nothing bonds like good food and great company in Kyoto

Walking through these thousand torii gates

A Ryokan-Style Feast

Tucked away in Kyoto’s Arashiyama bamboo grove

Playful Spirits at Fushimi Inari

Matcha Dreams Come True

Cocktails with a view

A walk through time

Rural charm and cultural calm

A peaceful pause with Kannon

See what happens when you travel unscripted!

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Kaitlyn Jun 2025

We had a fantastic full-day walking tour with Kenta! He thoughtfully tailored the experience to our two kids, keeping things fun and engaging while showing us the beauty of Arashiyama, hidden gem temples, and even helping us find the perfect spot to skip rocks across a peaceful Kyoto river. His kind wisdom, cultural insights, and attention to detail made the day both meaningful and memorable. Highly recommend!

Danielle Jun 2025

We had a great guide- Masaya - who customized our tour to accommodate two families traveling with tweens and teens. He was very accommodating and flexible. Highlights included the monkey park, the bamboo forest, beautiful shrines and temples on the forest and mountains and a most special lunch he arranged. Excellent day in Kyoto

Danielle Jun 2025

Great host!!

Danielle Jun 2025

Masaya planned and executed an amazing day for our group of two families! We saw everything we wanted and learned a ton from his knowledge. Thank you Masaya!

Lindsey Jun 2025

We had a great tour with Milo. best tour of our vacation in Japan.

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