Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
Two Times Available: 12:00noon DAY or 5:20pm NIGHT Tour
Let's explore the Gion District geisha streets and take a deep dive into the "real Kyoto" in this magical, night walking tour. The expert guide will share with you all the hidden details of the closed world of geishas and mysterious Shinto shrines.
This is a walking tour going through several geisha districts, shrines, and beautifully preserved historic districts of Kyoto's Higashiyama area. The tour is about 3hr 30m.
The guide is an expert, speaking very clear & easy to understand, native English. The guide is extremely knowledgeable and will be able to answer all your questions in detail.
The guide will select a refreshing Kyoto snack during the break. (a small snack, not a full meal...will make every effort to cater to dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan as well)
You will get deep insight into the Japanese way-of thinking, culture, and traditions that can't be experienced on other tours.
Options
Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
What's included in Geisha Streets & "Real Kyoto" Magical Night (w/Kyoto Snack)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Minamiza TheaterPass-by Only
We will make a stop by the Kabuki theater while guide will explain interesting details of this traditional Japanese entertainment.
Hanamikoji Street
We will explore the Gion District geisha streets (Hanamikoji) and alleys while the expert guide will explain the geisha arts & traditions in detail. We will pass by geisha living quarters and working geisha houses where the wealthy are entertained.
Gion CornerPass-by Only
We will pass by Gion Corner where the Geisha study and train.
Inclusions
- Expert guide speaking clear, native English
- Walking tour
- a refreshing Kyoto snack during our short break
- Personal Expenses
- Gratuities/Tips: never an obligation, but always appreciated (if you had a good time))
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For strollers, there are some steps and unpaved rocky paths which have to be manoeuvred during the tour
- The 3.5 hour walking tour is not suitable for anyone having walking issues
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Guide will meet you in the area in front of the Disney Store. To keep in touch easily, please download WHATSAPP app before you come.
End Points
- The Sanjo (northern) end of Pontocho alley
