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Discover a different side of Kyoto on this tour through Nishiki Market and Takashimaya Kyoto.
Start at the famous Nishiki Market. Walk through the lively streets, see local shops and food stalls, take photos, and enjoy the atmosphere. Your guide will also explain how the market has changed and share useful tips about the shops, food, and tourist environment.
Next, visit Takashimaya Kyoto and discover that a Japanese department store is more than just a place to shop. Your guide will show you interesting photo spots, art exhibitions, galleries, and second-hand shops where you may discover unique items.
These are places that many first-time visitors may easily miss when exploring Kyoto by themselves.
This tour is not only about sightseeing. It is a chance to discover a side of Kyoto that is often overlooked by international visitors.
By the end of the tour, you will have useful local knowledge and new ideas for exploring Kyoto on your own.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will be waiting you at the front of Daiso shop's entrance. The guides will have ID badge on them, so you can recognize them upon arriving.
The tour will end at the 7F floor of Takashimaya Department store. After the tour you would be able to explore the store freely with our tips and recommendation of places.
Itinerary
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1Nishiki Market Shopping District
We will take you through the market with long history, explaining what makes it special, and the current status of the market place.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Takashimaya Kyoto Store
The spotlight of the tour, we will take you from bottom to the top, showing all the spots that you wouldn't expect finding in a department store.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A place where you could find souvenir with many choices
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This floor is for people who are interested finding rare or limited items in the second hand store.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A famous book store brand, with selection of beautiful items, and surprising display of artworks.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
This floor is where the famous Nintendo is, some guests might miss it, but there is actually a special corner that you definitely don't want to miss.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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