Join an experienced local guide on a walking tour of Kyoto’s historic Gion district, famous for teahouses, geisha culture, temples, and shrines, with a chance to spot a real geisha in hidden streets.
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Gion Geisha Culture & History Walking Tour
The Highlight
- Chance to Spot a Geisha
- Visit a 1,000-Year-Old Shrine
- See Edo-Period Townhouses
- Explore quiet lanes and hidden gems
- Get Local Tips & Recommendations
The Experience
We begin at Gion Shirakawa, a scenic riverside lined with willow trees, traditional tea houses, and stone-paved paths. After soaking in its beauty, we visit historical shrines and hidden spots, walking through quiet backstreets with few tourists.
Along the way, Edo-period wooden townhouses reveal the charm of old Kyoto.
The tour ends on Hanamikoji Street, the heart of the geisha district, where you may catch a glimpse of a geisha on her way to an evening engagement. Here, you will learn about the strict training of geisha, their graceful dances, and the craftsmanship behind their beautiful kimonos and hairstyles, giving you a glimpse into Gion’s traditional culture.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Important Booking Information
Tour Information
Organizer (Planning & Operation)Contents Like LLC License No: Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office Registration No. 2-8877 Address: (Branch) Shinjuku Daikan Plaza City 1-210, 7-19-22 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan (Head) 3-4-9 Akatsuka Shinmachi, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 175-0093, Japan
Agent (Sales)H.I.S. Co., Ltd. License No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Minimum Passengers: 1
Contact (Sales Office) Address: Sumitomo Fudosan Shinjuku Central Park Bldg. 11F 6-13-1 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023 JAPAN Tel:+81-70-1735-1547(10:00-18:00, Weekdays only) Tour Operations Manager: Kyota Kasai (Responsible for transactions regarding this travel contract)
Terms and Conditions Please ensure you read and understand the following documents before booking: Travel Terms and Conditions (Organizer)
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 25 hour(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 0 ~ 24 hour(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)