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Kyoto: Gion World of the Geisha Guided Walking Tour

By Japan Wonder Travel
8.0 out of 10
Very good
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$232 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Explore the enchanting Gion district in a efficient way
  • Discover the world of geisha with fascinating stories from a local guide
  • Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese Geisha culture
  • Explore the charming, and historic streets of Gion
  • Step into the hidden gem of Gion

Activity location

    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Japan, 〒605-0075 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Nakanochō, 216番地 祇園OKIビル 2階 | [Meet up place] 11:00 at the wargo Kimono Rental-Gionshijo Store. Please be there before 15min. Please note that if you do not arrive by the meeting time, the kimono rental will be canceled. However, you will still be able to join the tour. "After changing into your kimono, please go to the Japan Kanji Museum & Library by yourself and arrive by 13:15 for the tour. It's about 5min walk from the kimono rental store. Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dd8Uat86NTSfJEry5 After Finish the tour, please don't forget to return the Kimono by 5:30pm.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Gion Guided Walking Tour: Discover the World of Geisha
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
HK$232.11 x 1 AdultHK$232.11
Total
Price is HK$232.11
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guide fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walk of Gion

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Explore the enchanting Gion district with a local guide who knows the area like the back of their hand. Stroll through picturesque alleys, admire timeless architecture and shrines, and discover hidden gems that you might otherwise overlook. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Kyoto's historic geisha districts.

On this small-group cultural tour, you will explore two geisha districts in Gion, gaining a sense of Kyoto's rich cultural heritage and traditional charm. Learn about the lifestyle of Maiko (an apprentice Geisha) and Geisha (we call them Geiko in Kyoto) and uncover the fascinating history of this renowned geisha district (Kagai) through captivating stories told by a local guide.

Delve deeper into the real geisha culture in this iconic district.
If you're lucky, you might even encounter geiko and maiko during a tour! Your guide will also share tips on where you can see maiko in action.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Japan, 〒605-0075 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Nakanochō, 216番地 祇園OKIビル 2階 | [Meet up place] 11:00 at the wargo Kimono Rental-Gionshijo Store. Please be there before 15min. Please note that if you do not arrive by the meeting time, the kimono rental will be canceled. However, you will still be able to join the tour. "After changing into your kimono, please go to the Japan Kanji Museum & Library by yourself and arrive by 13:15 for the tour. It's about 5min walk from the kimono rental store. Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dd8Uat86NTSfJEry5 After Finish the tour, please don't forget to return the Kimono by 5:30pm.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Kawabatacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0076, Japan | [Meet up place] The Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni (at the Exit 4 of Keihan Gion Shijo station). Find your guide who holds a green board written "Japan Wonder Travel". *Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before tour start time.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒605-0074 京都府京都市東山区祇園町南側５５１ | [Meet up place] In front of the Japan Kanji Museum & Library (5 minutes walk from Keihan Gion Shijo station, 2 minutes walk from Gion bus stop) . Find your guide who holds a green board written "Japan Wonder Travel".
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
This activity is not accompanied by a Hong Kong licensed tour escort.