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10 Best Kyoto Rickshaw Tours

The rickshaw runs through Arashiyama and Gion: pullers who double as guides and photographers, bamboo-grove routes the cars cannot enter and pace matched to the scenery. The seat is the best camera angle in Kyoto.

1.Kyoto: Arashiyama Customized Rickshaw Tour & Bamboo Forest

Experience Kyoto’s Arashiyama district with a private, customizable rickshaw tour through bamboo forests, temples, and peaceful neighborhoods.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“My family received great attention from Yoshi and Yuji. Before the tour they asked us what we would like to see, giving us different options to choose from. Our guides made sure we had a special time while on the rickshaw tour. We thoroughly enjoyed…”

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2.Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

Experience Kyoto’s famous bamboo forest on a scenic rickshaw ride with stops at local shrines and on-foot exploration. A perfect blend of comfort and authentic sights.

★ 5.0

“We had such a wonderful experience with Ebisuya Rickshaw. The rickshaw guides are so friendly and incredibly strong to do what they do every day, all day. We were taken to a secluded temple with a beautiful garden and one of our guides took amazing…”

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3.Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Discover Kyoto's highlights on a rickshaw ride through historic districts, with knowledgeable guides, stunning scenery, and authentic cultural insights.

★ 5.0

“We had 3 rickshaws for our family. Before the trip, my teens asked 'what's a rickshaw?'. After the trip, they were laughing and talking about how much fun our guides Dairhic, Riyu, and Makoto were. The guides did an excellent job relating with everyone in…”

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4.Kyoto: Private Rickshaw Tour of Gion and Higashiyama Area

Discover Kyoto's historic Gion and Higashiyama districts on a private rickshaw tour, passing traditional wooden houses, temples, and geisha districts for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Fumi was awesome! He was friendly, knowledgable, and really good at driving the rickshaw!!! Totally made our day and even took a ton of creative pictures for us that we will cherish. We highly recommend this tour, especially since you are above the masses!”

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5.Kyoto Sagano Insider: Rickshaw and Walking Tour

Discover Kyoto’s Arashiyama in comfort with this private rickshaw and walking tour. See bamboo groves, temples, and traditional streets, guided by friendly locals.

★ 5.0

“My wife & I rented kimono outfits for this experience, highly recommended. We went on a 1-hr long tour (rickshaw & a brief walk). The bamboo paths were flooded with walking tourists, but the rickshaws had a short path that was perfect fRead more”

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6.Kyoto:Kiyomizu-dera Temple Rent a kimono and ride a rickshaw

Experience Kyoto in traditional style with kimono rental and a scenic rickshaw ride near Kiyomizu-dera for a memorable cultural adventure at $79.

★ 4.8

“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!”

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