The “back ally” or "deep" tour in the evening is a fun way to enjoy dining with the real local folks at an Izakaya (Japanese pub) or Tachinomi (Standing Only Izakaya) without being confused by Japanese customs, menus and staff. If you are an anime freak and would like to visit the location of some of world famous Japanese cartoons, I can guide you there. Want to learn how to use, and sharpen, the super sharp Japanese knives? I can take you to one of the best knife store in town. You would like to visit Sake Breweries or Japanese Wh**ky Distillery, I can guide you there. For ladies, is it your dream to dress up like Maiko or Geiko in Kyoto? But not the fake cheap stuff where English is available. Do you want to experience the real Maiko make ups and dressing up by the hands of Gion professionals? I can take you a kind of secret make up and dress up place for Maiko. (Least one week of advance booking required and upon availability as the professionals take only two clients a day.) Or do you want to stay at the stand alone onsen (hot springs) and try the wild boar Sukiyaki? You cannot book online or reserve by phone because the owners of this isolated inn do not speak English Yeah, I will take you and guide you there.
