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Custom Kyoto Design Tours

ARIGATO KYOTO private tours celebrate the enchanting world of Kyoto design & craftsmanship. Unique encounters with local independent makers, craft workshops and so much more!

These bespoke tours available in English and French are designed for travellers who simply love design & handcrafted homeware, or for interior design and decoration professionals who are visiting Kyoto and who fancy a fresh dose of inspiration from unique Kyoto aesthetics. Your tour will be tailored according to your interests and preferences.

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Fees

4-hour private experience: from ¥40,000 yen for 2 guests (5,500 yen for each additional guest) + eventual atelier visit fees, workshop & cultural experience fees

8-hour private experience: from ¥56,000 yen for 2 guests (5,500 yen for each additional guest) + eventual atelier visit fees, workshop & cultural experience fees

Maximum per tour: 5 people

Included in the fee: the services of your personal guide

Not included in the fee:

  • your transportation, meals, entrance fees, atelier visit fees, workshop & cultural experience fees

  • guide expenses: transportation (to/from your hotel + during the tour), meals and entrance fees during the tour

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Terms & Conditions

Please book at least 10 days before your desired tour date. After discussing your itinerary via email, I will send you an invoice to pay by bank transfer, Wise, or credit card (in that case, a 3,4% handling fee will be added to the total). Your booking will be confirmed once the payment is made.

Cancellation policy :

  • 31 days or more before the tour date: 100% refund

  • 30 to 15 days before the start of the tour: 50% refund

  • 14 days or less before the start of the tour: no refund

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