Kyoto Gion Half-Day Small Group Cultural Tour
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov
- Live tour guide: English
- Admission: Yasaka Shrine, Gion, Shirakawa Canal, Gion Corner
Not included: Transport; Meals
Meeting point: Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time 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 Japan Kanji Museum & Library Address: 551 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074 Please refer to the map for assistance
Ticket: Voucher type - Present your mobile voucher
Overview
Explore the enchanting Gion district with a local guide who knows the area very well. 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. 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.
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Meeting point
Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time 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 Japan Kanji Museum & Library Address: 551 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074 Please refer to the map for assistance
Yasaka Shrine
Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.
Additional info
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