
Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef!
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September 2026
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Quick answer
Is Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef! worth booking?
Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef! is a 4-hour experience in Kyoto, Japan, from $327 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $327 per person
Discover Kyoto's vibrant nightlife with a local bartender. Enjoy sake, whisky, craft beer, and homemade food in the city's best bars and izakayas. Unforgettable experiences await! Itinerary: - Start at Matsukawa for a f
What you get
About this experience
Discover Kyoto's vibrant nightlife with a local bartender. Enjoy sake, whisky, craft beer, and homemade food in the city's best bars and izakayas. Unforgettable experiences await! Itinerary: - Start at Matsukawa for a first drink. A liquor store at Nishiki market's western entrance turns into a bar in the evening. Popular among students and politicians, it's a spot where all walks of life gather. - Head south for an izakaya experience with locals' favorites. Tachinomiyas (standing bars) offer a welcoming setting and fast-paced service, ensuring a great night out. - Then the choice is yours! Downtown Kyoto has much to offer, from high-quality craft beer and top cocktail bars to serious sake shops.
What's included
Included
- Food and drinks
- Private Tour
- Guiding service in English by a chef
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kyoto
We will meet you at the entrance of the "Matsukawa Liquor Store" (松川酒店). Your guide will carry a sign saying 'MAKASETE'
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet you at the entrance of the "Matsukawa Liquor Store" (松川酒店). Your guide will carry a sign saying 'MAKASETE'
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MAKASETE LLC
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Alcoholic beverages are not permitted for guests under 20 years old.
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $327 to $50000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef!: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kyoto.
How much does Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef! cost?
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Prices start at $327 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kyoto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef! take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kyoto is not rushed.
Is Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef! worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kyoto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef!?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef! suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef!?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kyoto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kyoto and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kyoto Food and Drinks Night Tour with a Chef! start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kyoto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kyoto?
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On Outty we rank every Kyoto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kyoto : Gion Make Your Own Chopsticks with Engraving Option, Award-Winning Authentic Ramen Making Experience in Kyoto, Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kyoto?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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