Kyoto Food Tour: 3-hour Kyoto Nishiki Market Food Tour with 7 Course LunchFood and Wine experiences

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Kyoto Food Tour: 3-hour Kyoto Nishiki Market Food Tour with 7 Course Lunch

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About this experience

DURATION: 3 hours
STARTING TIME: 10.00 am
MEETING POINT: Ιn front of Lacoste, Kawaramachi. Naramonochi 375, Kyōto-fu, Kyōto-shi, Shimogyō-ku, 〒600-8004. Your guide will be there holding a sign
LANGUAGES: English, Japanese
MOBILE TICKET: Use your phone or print your ticket
OPENING SEASONS: All year round, Daily, except Sundays
CUT OFF TIME: 24 hours
WHO CAN COME: Kyoto food tour is family-friendly. Wheelchair accessible

Overview

Enjoy a 3-hour Kyoto food tour through the world-famous Nishiki Food Market, an area known to locals as the Kitchen of Kyoto. Visit small, family-owned shops and stalls and enjoy a delicious 7-course lunch in elegant style.

Highlights

◾ Wander through the bustling alleyways of Nishiki Market, known as the "Kitchen of Kyoto," and engage all your senses as you explore this 400-year-old epicenter of the city's renowned gastronomy.
◾Learn the stories behind the stalls, understand traditional preparation methods, and gain exclusive insight into the market's role in supporting Kyoto's culinary heritage.
◾Venture off the beaten path to uncover charming eateries, specialty shops, and cultural treasures that offer a truly authentic glimpse into Nishiki's rich history and community.

About this Experience

DURATION: 3 hours
STARTING TIME: 10.00 am
MEETING POINT: Ιn front of Lacoste, Kawaramachi. Naramonochi 375, Kyōto-fu, Kyōto-shi, Shimogyō-ku, 〒600-8004. Your guide will be there holding a sign
LANGUAGES: English, Japanese
MOBILE TICKET: Use your phone or print your ticket
OPENING SEASONS: All year round, Daily, except Sundays
CUT OFF TIME: 24 hours
WHO CAN COME: Kyoto food tour is family-friendly. Wheelchair accessible

Description - What to expect

While you are visiting Kyoto take a 3-hour food tour through the popular Nishiki Food Market, and sample some of the freshest food you ever had in your life. Your Kyoto food tour will include stops at family-owned stalls and shops that have stood the test of time. Follow your informative, English-speaking guide, and learn about the ingredients of different Japanese dishes and how they are prepared.

Sample specialty products like tsukemono (vegetables from the surrounding mountains preserved in vinegar), yuba (the world’s smoothest sashimi tofu made from the world-famous Kyoto mountain water), Kamaboko (seafood preserved in fish paste), Tako (Octopus with quail egg), and Macha Warabi Mochi (a special traditional sweet, covered in grounded tea leaves).

Get immersed in endless physical and visual stimuli while you are strolling this fantastic market and enjoy stories from the past, told directly by shopkeepers and families you will spend time with. After your Kyoto food tour - market experience, sit down and have a traditional lunch at a restaurant the locals adore.

What's included, what's not

✔ Your English-speaking guide
✔ TraditionalLunch
✔ Visit 10 market vendors and taste the Flavors of Kyoto
✔ Japanese Tea
✔ Shopping time
✖ Hotel pickup/drop-off
✖ Transportation costs
✖ Additional drinks or food

Why choose this experience

There are several convincing reasons why this Kyoto food tour is an experience worth choosing:

◾This Kyoto food tour offers unrivaled access to Kyoto's renowned food culture, allowing you to engage all your senses as you explore one of the city's most iconic culinary hubs.
◾Nishiki Market has been a vibrant center of commerce for over 400 years, making it a window into Kyoto's rich cultural heritage.
◾By wandering the bustling alleyways and interacting with longstanding family-owned businesses, you'll discover how this market has evolved to become an integral part of the city's identity.
◾Rather than just observing from the sidelines, this Kyoto food tour provides opportunities to engage directly with the market's vendors and shopkeepers.
◾With a knowledgeable local guide leading the way, you'll gain access to hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path establishments that casual visitors often miss.
◾Nishiki Market is a feast for the senses, from the tantalizing aromas wafting through the air to the vibrant colors and textures of the fresh produce and artisanal goods on display.
◾Rather than navigating the market's labyrinth of stalls and eateries on your own, this guided tour provides a seamless and efficient way to experience the highlights.

In summary, the Kyoto food tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to dive deep into Kyoto's celebrated food culture, connect with the city's rich history and traditions, and forge lasting memories through a truly authentic and immersive experience.

Good to know - practical information

◾ Please wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
◾ Dietary options are available (please advise during booking)
◾ A copy of your passport information is required for all participants aged 10 and over
◾ The minimum drinking age is 21 years

Description - What to expect

While you are visiting Kyoto take a 3-hour food tour through the popular Nishiki Food Market, and sample some of the freshest food you ever had in your life. Your Kyoto food tour will include stops at family-owned stalls and shops that have stood the test of time. Follow your informative, English-speaking guide, and learn about the ingredients of different Japanese dishes and how they are prepared.

Sample specialty products like tsukemono (vegetables from the surrounding mountains preserved in vinegar), yuba (the world’s smoothest sashimi tofu made from the world-famous Kyoto mountain water), Kamaboko (seafood preserved in fish paste), Tako (Octopus with quail egg), and Macha Warabi Mochi (a special traditional sweet, covered in grounded tea leaves).

Get immersed in endless physical and visual stimuli while you are strolling this fantastic market and enjoy stories from the past, told directly by shopkeepers and families you will spend time with. After your Kyoto food tour - market experience, sit down and have a traditional lunch at a restaurant the locals adore.
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