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Kyoto Gion Night Tour: Discover Geisha District and Hidden Gems
Higashiyama Ward
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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If you are late for the meeting time, you will not be able to join the tour or receive a refund.
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The sightseeing time is an estimate and may vary depending on your walking speed.
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This walking tour may involve sharing with other participants.
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The minimum number of participants is two. If there is only one person, the tour may be cancelled. In this case, we will contact you about one week in advance.
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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Experience the charm of Kyoto after dark on the Gion Night Tour! Walk through historic streets lit by traditional lanterns, where the soft glow creates a magical atmosphere. Explore narrow alleys, stone paths, and scenic viewpoints offering beautiful night views of the city. The peaceful temples and shrines at night reveal a deeper side of Japanese culture. You may even spot a geisha or maiko heading to an evening engagement, adding a memorable touch to your tour. This experience is ideal for travelers who want to enjoy Kyoto’s history, culture, and stunning nighttime scenery.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional Photos will be Taken During the Tour!
Passionate Local English-Speaking Guide
Admission Fees for All Temples and Shrines
Meeting Points
Departure
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Return
Kyoto Gion Night Tour: Discover Geisha District and Hidden Gems
Higashiyama Ward
About
Experience the charm of Kyoto after dark on the Gion Night Tour! Walk through historic streets lit by traditional lanterns, where the soft glow creates a magical atmosphere. Explore narrow alleys, stone paths, and scenic viewpoints offering beautiful night views of the city. The peaceful temples and shrines at night reveal a deeper side of Japanese culture. You may even spot a geisha or maiko heading to an evening engagement, adding a memorable touch to your tour. This experience is ideal for travelers who want to enjoy Kyoto’s history, culture, and stunning nighttime scenery.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional Photos will be Taken During the Tour!
Passionate Local English-Speaking Guide
Admission Fees for All Temples and Shrines
Meeting Points
Departure
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Return
Itinerary
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Hanamikoji Street
Hanami-koji is a famous street in Kyoto's Gion district where you may have the chance to encounter geisha and maiko. Known for its traditional teahouses, historic ambiance, and wooden machiya houses, it offers a glimpse into Kyoto's elegant past and geisha culture.
5 minutes
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Gion
Gion
Gion is Kyoto’s most famous geisha district, known for its traditional wooden machiya houses, teahouses, and preserved historic streets. It’s a place where visitors can experience the charm of old Kyoto and sometimes catch a glimpse of a geisha or maiko on their way to an evening engagement
15 minutes
3
Yasui-Konpiragu
Yasui Konpira Shrine in Kyoto is known as one of Japan's most powerful shrines for severing bad relationships. Visitors come to the shrine to pray for the end of negative ties and to find new, positive connections.
5 minutes
4
Yasakanoto
Yasaka Pagoda(Hokanji temple) is one of the oldest wooden structures in Japan. Its overwhelming scale makes it hard to believe that it was built without using nails. It is undoubtedly a symbol of Kyoto.
10 minutes
5
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Sannen-zaka and Ninen-zaka are charming stone-paved streets lined with souvenir shops and restaurants nestled in historic wooden buildings. Strolling through them feels like stepping back in time.
10 minutes
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Yasaka Shrine
Our final destination is Yasaka Shrine, the headquarters of 2,300 related shrines throughout Japan. This historic shrine, dedicated to the gods of prosperity and protection, has been a vital part of Kyoto's cultural heritage for centuries.