Okuni was the originator of kabuki theater

The roots of Minamiza go back to the early Edo period (1596-1615).

The area of Gion Shinbashi is designated as a traditional business preservation area and the area south of Shijo Street as a historical scenery preservation area.

Hear more about Japanese religion here, it is a mixture of Shinto and Buddhism.

Stand outside the traditional banquet buildings where the geisha would have entertained customers and learn more in-depth about the geisha and the culture.

Walk up the steps to get a better view of the temple and see the garden area.

Walk from the temple towards the park area.

According to the legend of the shrine, its history may go back as far as 150 years before the Heian era, AC656 (the second year of the reign of Emperor Seimei).

Walk on the Shijō Street, that literally means Fourth Avenue of Heian-kyō, the ancient capital

Kodaiji Temple was built in 1605 at the behest of Nene, for whom the street was later named

Picturesque 5-story Buddhist pagoda temple, offering sweeping views from the top. Finish the tour in a local cafe nearby.