Explore Kyoto's Gion and discover the arts of geisha
📍 Kyoto, Japan
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Duration3 hours
FitnessEasy
CancellationFree cancellation 24h before start time
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Overview
What you will be doing
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni
Let's learn what Kabuki is and the feminine beginning of the theatre. You maybe know the current Kabuki is performed just by men but you wouldn't know the beginning was just by women
Minamiza
The Kabuki Theater of KyotoLook at the actual architecture of the oldest Kabuki theatre and hear the story of the impressive corroboration of VR and Kabuki
Gion Shirakawa
The largest Geisha district called Gion. Gion Shirakawa is the most beautiful part of Gion, old fashioned streets, buildings and traditional theatres on the beautiful riverside. Let's learn what the mysterious female entertainer Geisha is
Tatsumi-jinja Shrine
At this Shinto shrine let's learn what the Japanese native religion Shinto is. It is said in Japan there are 8 million gods
Hanamikoji Street
The main street of Gion. If you are lucky you will be able to see geisha walking around
Kennin-ji Temple
Zen Buddhist temple was built in 1202. Let's talk about what Zen Buddhism is
Kyoto Ebisu Shrine
Mr. Ebisu, the god of wealth in Shinto resides in the shrine that was built in 1202 and has been worshipped by local business owners.
Things to know
AccessibilityChildren friendly
Fitness levelEasy
Tour languageEnglish
Licence requiredNone
- Not recommended for travellers with leg problems
- Not recommended for people with back problems or with heart conditions
- Minimum age is 11
Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Included
- Tour guide
❌ Not included
- Pick up and drop off transport
Where we'll meet
Meet up/Pick up location: Gion-Shijo Station, Kawabatachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0076, Japan
Instruction: Meet at Gion-Shijō Station
ReturnThis trip returns to meeting point.