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Kyoto 3.5-Hour Walking Tour in Gion with Traditional Maiko Performance and Kyoto Style Course Dinner in Restaurant
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Kyoto 3.5-Hour Walking Tour in Gion with Traditional Maiko Performance and Kyoto Style Course Dinner in Restaurant

by Magical Trip

4 hours
Kyoto
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4 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
¥81,720¥90,800Save 10%
2 guests × ¥40,860
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Overview

This 3.5-hour walking tour in Kyoto begins at Gion Shijo Station with a MagicalTrip certified guide. Participants walk through the traditional machiya streets of Gion while the guide explains the origins and history of the maiko culture. After about 40 minutes exploring Gion’s streets and learning about the maiko and geisha arts, the group moves to a traditional Kyoto-style restaurant for dinner. The meal consists of a Kyoto style course with vegetarian options available if requested in advance, though some dishes may contain fish stock. During dinner, guests watch a Maiko performance showcasing traditional dance and music. The tour concludes with a 10-minute walk back through lantern-lit streets to return to the station. Photos taken during the tour are included in the price. This tour involves walking on uneven streets not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers and is recommended only for those without mobility difficulties. Children under 15 are not permitted.

Highlights

3.5-hour walking tour in Kyoto’s Gion district
Guided walk through traditional machiya streets
Maiko dance and music performance during dinner
Kyoto style course meal with vegetarian option available
All-you-can-drink included
Photos taken throughout the tour

What's included

Photos taken during the tour
Certified MagicalTrip guide
All-you-can-drink during dinner
Kyoto style course meal with vegetarian option if requested in advance; some dishes may contain fish stock
Maiko performance during dinner

Itinerary

1

Gion

The tour starts with a 40-minute walk through Gion, Kyoto’s historic district known for its traditional wooden machiya houses. The guide explains the history and culture of maiko and geisha, sharing details about their traditional arts and lifestyle.

40 min

2

Gion

Dinner takes place at a traditional Kyoto-style restaurant where guests enjoy a Kyoto course meal. During the meal, a Maiko performs traditional dance and music. Vegetarian meals are available with advance notice, though some dishes may contain fish stock.

160 min

3

Gion

The tour ends with a 10-minute walk back to Gion Shijo Station through quiet, lantern-lit streets, providing a calm conclusion to the evening.

10 min

Meeting point

In front of Izumo no Okuni Statue, right outside of Exit 5 of Gion Shijo Station (Keihan Line) Your guide will be holding a board saying "Magical Trip

End point

The tour ends at the restaurant

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–8 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Some tour locations are not accessible by wheelchair or stroller.
Not recommended for people with mobility issues; private tours are suggested for those with walking difficulties.
Participants must be at least 15 years old; children under 15 are not allowed even if accompanied by parents. Private tours are required for children.
The tour may be canceled due to unsafe weather conditions.
The tour starts promptly to respect all guests.
Free cancellation or rescheduling is allowed up to 7 days before the tour date.
Dietary requests or allergies must be communicated at least 1 day before the tour; requests on the tour day cannot be accommodated. Allergy-free meals or substitutions cannot be guaranteed due to kitchen conditions.
Prepare for extreme weather as summer highs can reach 40°C (104°F) and winter lows can drop to -5°C (23°F).
Total
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