KYOTO
Kyoto’s most-loved days out.
The 7 most popular rickshaw tours in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.
Private rickshaw through Arashiyama’s bamboo grove with temple stops and photo pauses, from Togetsu-kyo Bridge. Customize your route.
Most Popular“Ren is a very cautious and kind driver. He shared a lot of very interesting information with us and took the best pictures of our trip!”
Private rickshaw into Arashiyama bamboo early, plus shrine sights and a short uphill walk for the best views and photos.
“Awesome tour! Friendly guide, spoke English well and took amazing pictures for us. Definitely recommend!”
A Kyoto rickshaw ride through Higashiyama and Gion with an English guide, great photo stops, and flexible timing from 30 minutes to 3 hours.
“We had 2 rickshaws. Both guys were great (Fumi & Su). They are knowledgeable and hospitable. We saw and learned a lot during the two hours ride.”
Private rickshaw tour through Kyoto’s Higashiyama and Gion with an English-speaking guide, photo stops, and temple sights for $51 pp.
“Brilliant! We had 2 rickshaws for 4 adults + 1 toddler. Our guides were Yoshito and Kai. Both were remarkable ambassadors for Japan sharing much of its history, and in particular that of the Gion, Kyoto's famous entertainment district. Yoshito had an exceptional knowledge base and natural ability to communicate in multiple languages. He was…”
Private rickshaw plus walking in Kyoto’s Arashiyama: bamboo forest photo stops, machiya houses, and a temple visit with expert guide context.
“The rickshaw ride was a lot of fun. Our driver and guide, Takumi, was awesome. He spoke great English and was informative and charming. We enjoyed the ride very much.”
Rent a Kyoto yukata and ride a rickshaw near Kiyomizu-dera for $83. 13-minute guided loop, then explore Higashiyama all day.
“The rickshaw ride was fun even in the rain. The kimono was kind of basic but it was fun to play dress up. I would recommend both!”
Private rickshaw through Kyoto’s Higashiyama in sakura season, with photo stops, Gion passes, and an optional Kiyomizu-Dera walk.
“Tolle Tour, sehr guter Guide mit guten Englischkenntnissen.”
Every district, every season, and every way to see the old capital.
