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Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
(503) Reviews
Higashiyama Ward
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Not recommended for travelers with leg problems.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Take a tour of Kyoto's famous Gion district and learn all about the mysterious geisha traditions of the area. Your local guide will tell you about the traditions from an insider perspective about Geisha culture. At the same time you'll explore Gion's beautiful streets, temples, shrines, and shops, for a comprehensive overview of historic Kyoto. The mysterious world of Geisha can seem exclusive and challenging to discover, but on my experience
･In the first half we will walk in Gion and discuss the living traditions, their lifestyle and history. ･In the second half we will meet an apprentice geisha, Maiko. First we will talk with and ask her questions. Also we will watch her dancing, having ...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
1.5-2 hours guiding in Gion, the geisha district
45-min Geisha meeting and show (An apprentice geisha dance with one or two songs)
Tip for Maiko, an apprentice geisha
Meeting Points
Departure
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
We, your guide will be waiting aboveground at Exit 4 of Gion-Shijo Station, right in front of the Izumo-no-Okuni statue, next to Shijo Bridge.
You will recognize us by a signboard with an origami crane logo and the text “Ken’s Tours Kyoto.”
Return
Sasabune
If you choose "Dinner with Geisha", we'll take dinner with Geisha at the restaurant. Maiko, an apprentice geisha will show up, talk and dance.
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
(503) Reviews
Higashiyama Ward
About
Take a tour of Kyoto's famous Gion district and learn all about the mysterious geisha traditions of the area. Your local guide will tell you about the traditions from an insider perspective about Geisha culture. At the same time you'll explore Gion's beautiful streets, temples, shrines, and shops, for a comprehensive overview of historic Kyoto. The mysterious world of Geisha can seem exclusive and challenging to discover, but on my experience
･In the first half we will walk in Gion and discuss the living traditions, their lifestyle and history. ･In the second half we will meet an apprentice geisha, Maiko. First we will talk with and ask her questions. Also we will watch her dancing, having ...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
1.5-2 hours guiding in Gion, the geisha district
45-min Geisha meeting and show (An apprentice geisha dance with one or two songs)
Tip for Maiko, an apprentice geisha
Meeting Points
Departure
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
We, your guide will be waiting aboveground at Exit 4 of Gion-Shijo Station, right in front of the Izumo-no-Okuni statue, next to Shijo Bridge.
You will recognize us by a signboard with an origami crane logo and the text “Ken’s Tours Kyoto.”
Return
Sasabune
If you choose "Dinner with Geisha", we'll take dinner with Geisha at the restaurant. Maiko, an apprentice geisha will show up, talk and dance.
Itinerary
1
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Let's learn what Kabuki is and the feminine beginning of the theater. You maybe know the current Kabuki is performed just by men but you wouldn’t know the beginning was just by women.
15 minutes
2
Minamiza Theater
Look at the actual architecture of the oldest Kabuki theater and hear the story of the impressive corroboration of VR and Kabuki.
10 minutes
3
Gion Shirakawa
The largest Geisha district called "Gion". Gion Shirakawa is the most beautiful part of Gion, old fashioned streets, buildings and traditional theaters on the beautiful riverside. Let’s learn what the mysterious female entertainer "Geisha" is.
15 minutes
4
Tatsumi-jinja Shrine (Tatsumi Dai-myojin)
At this Shinto shrine let's learn what Japanese native religion "Shinto" is. It is said in Japan there are 8 million gods.
15 minutes
5
Hanamikoji Street
The main street of Gion. If you are lucky you would be able to see geisha walking around.
10 minutes
6
Kennin-ji Temple
Zen Buddhist temple was built in 1202. Let's talk about what Zen Buddhism is.
15 minutes
7
Zenkyoan
Zenkyo-an (Marishitendo), a Kennin-ji subtemple in Gion, known for boar guardians, luck, and safety.
