Ever&nbsp;wanted&nbsp;to&nbsp;spontaneously&nbsp;book&nbsp;a&nbsp;tour&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;same&nbsp;day&nbsp;you&nbsp;take&nbsp;it?&nbsp;This&nbsp;short&nbsp;guided&nbsp;walking&nbsp;tour&nbsp;takes&nbsp;you&nbsp;through&nbsp;Gion,&nbsp;Kyoto’s&nbsp;famous&nbsp;Geisha&nbsp;district,&nbsp;in&nbsp;just&nbsp;three&nbsp;hours!&nbsp;This&nbsp;is&nbsp;perfect&nbsp;if&nbsp;you&nbsp;only&nbsp;have&nbsp;a&nbsp;couple&nbsp;of&nbsp;hours&nbsp;to&nbsp;spare.Enjoy&nbsp;the&nbsp;enchanting&nbsp;nightlife&nbsp;of&nbsp;Gion.&nbsp;As&nbsp;the&nbsp;sun&nbsp;sets&nbsp;over&nbsp;this&nbsp;historic&nbsp;geisha&nbsp;quarter,&nbsp;the&nbsp;streets&nbsp;come&nbsp;to&nbsp;life&nbsp;with&nbsp;beautifully&nbsp;illuminated&nbsp;lanterns,&nbsp;elegant&nbsp;restaurants,&nbsp;charming&nbsp;bars,&nbsp;and&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;teahouses.&nbsp;Wander&nbsp;around&nbsp;the&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;backstreets,&nbsp;visit&nbsp;offbeat&nbsp;temples&nbsp;and&nbsp;shrines,&nbsp;and&nbsp;keep&nbsp;an&nbsp;eye&nbsp;out&nbsp;for&nbsp;geisha.&nbsp;You&nbsp;may&nbsp;even&nbsp;catch&nbsp;a&nbsp;glimpse&nbsp;of&nbsp;a&nbsp;geiko&nbsp;or&nbsp;maiko&nbsp;(apprentice&nbsp;geiko)&nbsp;on&nbsp;their&nbsp;way&nbsp;to&nbsp;entertain&nbsp;guests&nbsp;(sightings&nbsp;not&nbsp;guaranteed).&nbsp;&nbsp;“One&nbsp;of&nbsp;my&nbsp;favorite&nbsp;locations&nbsp;when&nbsp;traveling&nbsp;to&nbsp;Japan.&nbsp;The&nbsp;style&nbsp;of&nbsp;buildings,&nbsp;restaurants,&nbsp;and&nbsp;storefronts&nbsp;transport&nbsp;you&nbsp;back&nbsp;in&nbsp;time.&nbsp;Seeing&nbsp;so&nbsp;many&nbsp;people&nbsp;dressed&nbsp;in&nbsp;kimonos&nbsp;is&nbsp;gorgeous&nbsp;and&nbsp;fun.&nbsp;There’s&nbsp;always&nbsp;something&nbsp;to&nbsp;do&nbsp;and&nbsp;somewhere&nbsp;to&nbsp;go.”&nbsp;–&nbsp;Aimee,&nbsp;USA&nbsp;&nbsp;Go&nbsp;on&nbsp;this&nbsp;guided&nbsp;walking&nbsp;tour&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;friendly&nbsp;and&nbsp;knowledgeable&nbsp;guide&nbsp;who&nbsp;will&nbsp;help&nbsp;you&nbsp;explore&nbsp;Hanamikoji&nbsp;Street&nbsp;(one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;best-preserved&nbsp;historic&nbsp;streets&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of&nbsp;Kyoto’s&nbsp;geisha&nbsp;culture),&nbsp;Yasaka&nbsp;Shrine&nbsp;(also&nbsp;known&nbsp;as&nbsp;Gion&nbsp;Shrine),&nbsp;and&nbsp;more.&nbsp;Learn&nbsp;about&nbsp;the&nbsp;rich&nbsp;history,&nbsp;architecture,&nbsp;and&nbsp;customs&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;area,&nbsp;including&nbsp;the&nbsp;world&nbsp;of&nbsp;geisha,&nbsp;and&nbsp;gain&nbsp;a&nbsp;deeper&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;of&nbsp;Japan’s&nbsp;culture&nbsp;and&nbsp;traditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Gion&nbsp;is&nbsp;probably&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;fascinating&nbsp;district&nbsp;of&nbsp;Kyoto.&nbsp;It&nbsp;should&nbsp;be&nbsp;visited&nbsp;both&nbsp;by&nbsp;day&nbsp;and&nbsp;night,&nbsp;but&nbsp;especially&nbsp;at&nbsp;night&nbsp;when&nbsp;it&nbsp;is&nbsp;wonderfully&nbsp;atmospheric.&nbsp;It&nbsp;feels&nbsp;like&nbsp;old&nbsp;Japan:&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;buildings&nbsp;and&nbsp;narrow&nbsp;alleyways&nbsp;evoke&nbsp;an&nbsp;air&nbsp;of&nbsp;mystery&nbsp;as&nbsp;if&nbsp;there&nbsp;is&nbsp;another&nbsp;Gion&nbsp;hidden&nbsp;just&nbsp;out&nbsp;of&nbsp;sight.&nbsp;Walking&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;tiny&nbsp;alleys&nbsp;feels&nbsp;like&nbsp;stepping&nbsp;back&nbsp;in&nbsp;time.”&nbsp;–&nbsp;Albion,&nbsp;UK&nbsp;

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Kyoto: Gion Geisha District In-Depth 3-Hour Night Walk

Got two hours? Go on this walking tour and explore the Gion district at night. Visit Hanamikoji Street, Yasaka Shrine, and more. Last-minute bookings accepted!