Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options
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Duration
3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
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 one of these, a cup of tea or lunch or dinner together. *Picture and filming of Geisha is fine but not allowed to post it in public.
What's Included
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)
Not included
Tip for Maiko, an apprentice geisha
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
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.”
End point
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.
If you choose "Lunch with Geisha" or "Dinner with Geisha", we'll take lunch or dinner with Geisha at the restaurant. Maiko, an apprentice geisha will show up, talk and dance.
If you choose "Tea break with Geisha", we'll take tea break with Geisha at the cafe. Maiko, an apprentice geisha will show up, talk and dance.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
15 minutes
Stop 1
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.
Stop 2
10 minutes
Stop 2
Look at the actual architecture of the oldest Kabuki theater and hear the story of the impressive corroboration of VR and Kabuki.
Stop 3
15 minutes
Stop 3
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.
Stop 4
15 minutes
Stop 4
At this Shinto shrine let's learn what Japanese native religion "Shinto" is. It is said in Japan there are 8 million gods.
Stop 5
10 minutes
Stop 5
The main street of Gion. If you are lucky you would be able to see geisha walking around.
Stop 6
15 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 6
Zen Buddhist temple was built in 1202. Let's talk about what Zen Buddhism is.
Stop 7
15 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 7
Zenkyo-an (Marishitendo), a Kennin-ji subtemple in Gion, known for boar guardians, luck, and safety.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Health Other
Not recommended for travelers with leg problems.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
509 reviews
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