Private Sushi Dinner at a Hidden Kyoto Restaurant with a Local Guide

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2 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 4 guests
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Japanese, English
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Family-friendly, Small Group, Local Hidden Gem, Premium, Couples, Honeymoon

Leave Kyoto's busy streets behind for a private evening of seasonal sushi, local stories, and genuine hospitality at a hidden neighborhood restaurant.

Highlights

  • Discover a hidden sushi restaurant tucked away from Kyoto's tourist crowds

  • Watch a skilled sushi chef prepare each course at an intimate counter

  • Savor a 13 course meal with seasonal sushi, tempura, side dishes, and up to three drinks

  • Learn about sushi traditions, dining etiquette, and Kyoto's food culture from a local English speaking guide

  • Stroll through the nostalgic Furukawacho Shopping Arcade before dinner

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Some of Kyoto's best sushi experiences are hidden away from the city's busy streets.


Step away from the crowds and discover a quiet neighborhood restaurant where tradition, craftsmanship, and genuine hospitality come together. This private dining experience offers a rare chance to enjoy authentic sushi in a relaxed setting that many visitors would never find on their own.


Meet your friendly English-speaking local guide at Higashiyama Station, then take a leisurely walk through the nostalgic Furukawacho Shopping Arcade. Along the way, hear stories about Kyoto's food culture, local customs, and the traditions behind Japan's iconic sushi.


At the restaurant, settle into an intimate counter seat just steps from the chef. Watch each piece of sushi come together with careful precision, using seasonal ingredients, then enjoy a thoughtfully prepared 13-course meal featuring sushi, tempura, and Japanese side dishes.


Throughout dinner, your guide helps you understand the traditions behind each course, from sushi etiquette to seasonal ingredients. With language and ordering taken care of, all that's left to do is relax and enjoy the meal.


Enjoy up to three drinks as you discover Kyoto through its food and local traditions. This private dining experience takes you to a hidden sushi restaurant that many visitors never find.

What You Get

13-course meal featuring sushi, tempura, and Japanese side dishes
Up to three drinks per guest
Friendly English-speaking local guide
Additional food and drinks
Personal expenses

Good To Know

  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the experience begins
  • This is a private experience
  • The experience ends at the restaurant
  • Dietary requests may not be accommodated unless confirmed in advance
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Please meet your host outside Exit 2 of Higashiyama Station (Kyoto City Subway Tozai Line). More details and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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Experience Location

Featuring beautiful landscapes from mountain to sea, Kyoto Prefecture conveys traditional Japanese culture through its architecture and gardens, art and artisanal crafts, and delicious local cuisine made from regional produce.

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Activity Provider

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Hiro and his team
SinceJul 31, 2026
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Is this experience suitable for first-time visitors to Japan?

Yes. Your English-speaking guide will provide cultural insights, explain sushi etiquette, and assist with communication throughout the experience.

What is included in the meal?

The experience includes a 13-course meal featuring sushi, tempura, Japanese side dishes, and up to three drinks per guest.

Will the guide stay during dinner?

Yes. Your guide remains with you during the experience, helping explain the dishes, local customs, and the traditions behind Japanese sushi.

Where does the experience end?

The experience concludes at the hidden sushi restaurant after approximately two hours.
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