Kyoto Private Vegan Walking Tour w/ Lunch or Dinner

Vegan and vegetarian travelers are spoiled for choice in Kyoto. Traditional Buddhist meals free of animal products are widely available due to the city’s spiritual heritage, and Kyoto’s local produce is hailed as some of the freshest in Japan, packed with flavor and nutrients. But navigating Kyoto's gastronomic landscape alone can be daunting, especially with limited time and a language barrier. Your guide understands that and is here to help you make the most of your time in Japan’s old capital while enjoying many vegan foods while you’re at it. In this experience, you’ll explore central Kyoto with an English-speaking guide, stopping at several shops to learn about traditional arts and crafts — and, of course, try lots of vegan food. From savory to sweet, you’ll sample snacks, walk around historical streets, visit a traditional townhouse, and wrap up your two-hour walk enjoying a decadent meal at a unique vegan restaurant that makes healthy versions of junk foods. Flow of the experience: - Meet your guide at Shinsen-en Garden near Nijo Castle in central Kyoto, and begin the walking tour! - Stroll the streets with your guide, visiting a traditional townhouse and local businesses, like shops selling traditional Japanese paper (washi), recycled kimono, and pottery. Experience vegan food tastings at four shops (exact stops vary depending on availability, but may include sampling arare crackers, vegetable tempura, apple candy, traditional wagashi sweets, ice cream, or other foods.) - After you’ve walked for about 2 hours, relax at a chic local vegan restaurant that serves healthy spins on junk foods we all know and love (think hamburgers and pizza), made with organic, fair-trade ingredients and no artificial additives. A perfect way to end the day! Explore Kyoto’s gourmet and unique traditions in this comprehensive walking tour, and eat your way through the ancient capital’s robust vegan offerings!