Gion Night Walking Tour in Kyoto
by WaRaiDo Guide Networks
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.¥6,000Overview
The Gion Night Walking Tour in Kyoto lasts two hours and begins with reception at 5:00 PM, with the tour starting promptly at 5:30 PM. A licensed English-speaking guide leads the group through the traditional district of Gion, focusing on the narrow cobblestone streets along the Shirakawa river, an area featured in the novel and film Memoirs of a Geisha. The guide explains the history of Kagai, the lives of Maiko and Geiko, their kimono, hairstyles, traditional rules, and daily routines. Guests often see Maiko and Geiko walking in the area during the tour, though sightings are not guaranteed. The tour accommodates up to 15 guests per booking. A small-group option with fewer than 12 guests is available at a different price. Transportation to and from the tour is not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour is not recommended for participants with serious medical conditions. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated or responded to. Since 2007, more than 100,000 guests have taken this tour, making it one of the most popular walking tours in Japan.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Gion
This two-hour walking tour in Kyoto's Gion district is led by well-educated English-speaking guides and draws about 5000 guests yearly. Participants stroll along the cobblestone streets beside the Shirakawa river, a location featured in the novel and film "Memoirs of a Geisha." The guide provides information on the history of geisha, their kimono, hairstyles, traditional rules, and daily life. While not guaranteed, guests frequently see geisha walking in the streets during the tour.
120 min
Meeting point
Reception starts at 5PM. Text the key word "gion omoide museum" in Google Map. It is a small museum, and not familiar among people. If you ask locals about its location, please ask "Izutsu Yatsuhashi Gion Honten" the traditional pastry shop. The museum is in the same building.
End point
Reception starts at 5PM. Text the key word "gion omoide museum" in Google Map. It is a small museum, and not familiar among people. If you ask locals about its location, please ask "Izutsu Yatsuhashi Gion Honten" the traditional pastry shop. The museum is in the same building.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Gion Night Walking Tour in Kyoto
by WaRaiDo Guide Networks
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.¥6,000Overview
The Gion Night Walking Tour in Kyoto lasts two hours and begins with reception at 5:00 PM, with the tour starting promptly at 5:30 PM. A licensed English-speaking guide leads the group through the traditional district of Gion, focusing on the narrow cobblestone streets along the Shirakawa river, an area featured in the novel and film Memoirs of a Geisha. The guide explains the history of Kagai, the lives of Maiko and Geiko, their kimono, hairstyles, traditional rules, and daily routines. Guests often see Maiko and Geiko walking in the area during the tour, though sightings are not guaranteed. The tour accommodates up to 15 guests per booking. A small-group option with fewer than 12 guests is available at a different price. Transportation to and from the tour is not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour is not recommended for participants with serious medical conditions. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated or responded to. Since 2007, more than 100,000 guests have taken this tour, making it one of the most popular walking tours in Japan.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Gion
This two-hour walking tour in Kyoto's Gion district is led by well-educated English-speaking guides and draws about 5000 guests yearly. Participants stroll along the cobblestone streets beside the Shirakawa river, a location featured in the novel and film "Memoirs of a Geisha." The guide provides information on the history of geisha, their kimono, hairstyles, traditional rules, and daily life. While not guaranteed, guests frequently see geisha walking in the streets during the tour.
120 min
Meeting point
Reception starts at 5PM. Text the key word "gion omoide museum" in Google Map. It is a small museum, and not familiar among people. If you ask locals about its location, please ask "Izutsu Yatsuhashi Gion Honten" the traditional pastry shop. The museum is in the same building.
End point
Reception starts at 5PM. Text the key word "gion omoide museum" in Google Map. It is a small museum, and not familiar among people. If you ask locals about its location, please ask "Izutsu Yatsuhashi Gion Honten" the traditional pastry shop. The museum is in the same building.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.