Walking Tour Gion - Stories of Geisha

Tour/Activity , Japan

About this activity

Discover Kyoto's geisha culture on a guided walking tour after dark. Explore the city's old geisha district with a local guide and learn about this captivating culture.

Your Travel Experience with Bamba

Meeting Point

Meet your guide in front of the Ben's Cookies Kyoto Shijo shop. Your guide will be holding a sign board.

Pontocho Alley & Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni

Wander down Pontocho Alley, a popular street lined with traditional Japanese eateries and elite clubs before crossing the river and stopping at the statue of Izumo-no-Okuni to learn about the woman who invented the art of kabuki.

Gion Visit: Yasaka Shrine & Hanamikoji Street

Then, continue your tour as you explore Gion, Kyoto's most famous geisha district. Discover the famous Yasaka Shrine and take a walk along Hanamikoji, keeping an eye out for geishas as they make their way to their appointments.

Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni

The Guided tour will end at the Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni

City & Shopping
Arts & Culture
Day Trips & Excursions
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