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Nishiki Food Market is known to locals as the "Kitchen of Kyoto.” Visit and prepare for a feast for all five senses. As you wander through its lively, centuries-old corridors, the aroma of sizzling skewers and freshly grilled seafood wafts through the air, mingling with the earthy scent of pickled vegetables and hand-roasted tea. Your eyes will dance over vibrant displays of seasonal produce, and delicately crafted sweets, each telling a story of Kyoto’s culinary heritage.
Feel the market's energy as vendors greet you with warm smiles and the lively chatter of generations past and present fills the air. Stop at family-owned stalls where you’ll taste a variety of local snacks and dishes, each bite bursting with freshness and authenticity. This immersive experience highlights Japan’s deep connection to the seasons, as every flavor and ingredient is presented at its peak.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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
End point: Karasuma area
Itinerary
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Let's meet here and then start our 3-hour walking food tour in the world-famous Nishiki Market
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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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 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport information copy is required for kids 10 and above.
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport information copy is required for kids 10 and above.
- Family-friendly
- Same-day Booking available
- For solo travelers, please email us
- Equal quality substitute for unavailable regular restaurants
- Changes to tours and spots we visit may occur due to schedules of restaurants, public holidays, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances. Applicable substitutions will be made in this case.
- Vegetarian Friendly, Pescatarian.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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