Private Tour

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

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Overview

Available languages

Japanese
English

Mobile ticket

Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. Explore the intriguing wooden buildings and stone alleys (maybe even spotting a geisha or two) in Kyoto’s famed Higashiyama area, all with a knowledgeable local guide and rickshaw driver. This authentic, customizable Kyoto adventure is a fun introduction to this beautiful city.

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Adult pricing applies to age 6 and over

Children 5 years and under may sit on an adult’s lap (one child per adult)

A maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw. Up to 2 children, 5 years and under, can ride with 2 adults (children have to ride on an adult's lap)

While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability

Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly

This tour can be customized depending on your interests

If a child (5 years and younger) will be using one of the two seats of the rickshaw, it must book as an adult.

The amount of time you will be late will be deducted from your tour duration (delay of 10min or more results in automatic cancellation)

Any time changes/rescheduling requests sent after 5pm the day before your tour can not be accommodated

our tours take place, rain or shine.

This tour does NOT include the bamboo forest in Kyoto Arashiyama

finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)

not all landmarks on the itinerary can be covered by shorter tour options. Please discuss options in advance or directly with guide

The voucher/ ticket can only be used at our Kyoto Higashiyama branch. It is invalid at our Kyoto Arashiyama branch.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Rickshaw ride

Local English-speaking guide

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

What To Expect

1

Ebisuya, Kyoto Higashiyama

tour operator for Higashiyama area

Admission Not Applicable
2

Yasakanoto

landmark of Higashiyama

Admission Not Applicable

Options

HIGASHIYAMA: 150min

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 45min

Duration: 45 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 30min

Duration: 30 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 120min

Duration: 2 hours
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 70min

Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 90min

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 180min

Duration: 3 hours
Higashiyama

Reviews

4.92

193 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Excellent staff- funny, strong, and entertaining!

    Mary C,

    Jun 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    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 the group...all while hefting several hundred pounds up a hill and in a second language!

  • Best Rickshaw ride in Bamboo forest with Yoshi

    d7ztmdjjzp,

    May 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We ended up doing the Rickshaw ride at Arashiyama. WOW WOW a must if you are in Kyoto. I cannot say enough about my gratitude to Larissa who made it all possible. Her customer service is amazing. We had Yoshi and he’s the best. So engaging and fun and loved our interaction with him. If you want the best pictures in Bamboo forest try to get Yoshi. He works magic with all the pictures he took from our ride. We have great memories from this tour.

  • We had 2 rickshaws. Both...

    Kwan E,

    May 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    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.

  • Beautiful Gion

    Marc G,

    May 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had the 70 minute Higashiyama tour with our guide Shuhei and he was fantastic. We saw a lot in the beautiful district of Gion with its many buddhist temples and shinto shrines. Fun, interesting and romantic... highly recommended!

  • Gion exploration

    Glenn G,

    May 7, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    From the very start, this was a great experience. We were warmly greeted by our driver, Moto and the trip started. These “drivers” work so hard, both physically and as a guide to make the trip great. We had taken a night time walking tour the night before of the same general area and it was great to see it during the day. This is a must do experience.

From ¥6,000

4.92
193 reviews