What You Will Do
Explore the famous Nishiki Market visiting generations-old food stalls and then enjoy a traditional course lunch.
At a few of the stops we will sample specialty products like tsukemono (vegetables from the surrounding mountains preserved in vinegar), yuuba (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 ground tea leaves). During the tour, you will learn detailed information about the ingredients of different Japanese dishes, how their food is prepared and what is used to eat it.
You won't just taste Kyoto’s delicious food but will also have a sense of the history and atmosphere of the Nishiki Market experienced by the Japanese for generations. After your market exploration, you will walk to a nearby restaurant and have a course lunch featuring beautiful and delicious local dishes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet up point: In front of Lacoste Kawaramachi
ラコステ 京都店
Address: Naramonochi 375, Kyōto-fu, Kyōto-shi, Shimogyō-ku, 〒600-8004
〒600-8004 京都府京都市下京区奈良物町 四条通寺町西入奈良物町375
1
LACOSTE Kyoto Store
5 minutes
Let's meet here and then start our 3-hour walking food tour in the world-famous Nishiki Market
2
Nishiki Market Shopping District
3 hours
Learn more about the Nishiki Market area thanks to a local foodie guide, Explore the flavors that make Kyoto's cuisine so special, Visit family-owned shops to sample local and seasonal food, Enjoy a delicious 7-course meal, and try local specialties.
3
Nishiki Market
Nishiki Market Kyoto
4
Umenohana
Umenohana - Ending Point
5
Nishiki-Tenmangu Shrine
Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine
6
Chōhō-ji (Rokkaku-dō) Temple
Rokkakudo Temple
7
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha
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