Private tour in Kyoto Daisuke S
up to 10 people
3 hours
Walking
1
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I am pleased to share this historic district's beauty with you! Gion is the famous geisha quarter on the eastern bank of the Kamo-river. While Gion's true origins were in teahouses catering to weary visitors to the nearby shrine Yasaka-jinja, by the mid-18th century, the area was Kyoto's largest pleasure district. On this tour, you will enjoy the history and culture of the Gion area while walking at a leisurely pace. Along the way, you will learn more about geisha education and their unique training system. The area also has many beautiful historical streets and paths. I live near this district and very much enjoy a stroll around the area. Also, as a member of the major festival celebrating the district, I love the beautiful, subtle, and authentic atmosphere.
We will meet at Minamiza Kabuki Theater. During this tour, you will experience the following places; - Meeting at Minamiza Kabuki Theater( Huge, beautiful Kabuki Theater) - Miyagawa-cho street (One of the five geisha districts) - Ebisu-Shrine (Deity of wealth, success in business) - Kenninji Zen temple (The oldest Zen temple in Kyoto) -Gion geisha district(the most famous geisha district in Japan) -Hidden local chocolate/icecream shop for a nice break(authentic chocolate/icecream) - Yasui-Kompira Shrine (Famous for its unique "cutting ties" wish) - Yasaka-pagoda (One of the iconic views in Kyoto) - Ninen-zaka Street (One of the iconic views in Kyoto) - Nene's Street - Ishibe-street (One of the most beautiful, scenic streets in Kyoto) - Yasaka-Shrine (The main shrine in the area) - Gion Shirakawa Street (Pretty street described as "perhaps one of the prettiest streets in all Asia" in a major travel magazine) The tour ends in the Gion district.
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This is a walking tour. We will stroll with periodical breaks.
Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0075 Japan
Minamiza Kabuki Theater in Gion
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Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 10 people
Duration:
3 hours
Transportation:
Walking
1
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 10 people
Duration:
3 hours
Transportation:
Walking
1
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