Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options Discount Tickets

Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options image
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options image
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options image
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options image
Kyoto Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show with Dining Options image

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Overview

Take a tour of Kyoto's famous Gion district and learn all about the mysterious geisha traditions of the area. Your local guide will tell you about the traditions from an insider perspective about Geisha culture. At the same time you'll explore Gion's beautiful streets, temples, shrines, and shops, for a comprehensive overview of historic Kyoto. The mysterious world of Geisha can seem exclusive and challenging to discover, but on my experience ・In the first half we will walk in Gion and discuss the living traditions, their lifestyle and history. ・In the second half we will meet an apprentice geisha, Maiko. First we will talk with and ask her questions. Also we will watch her dancing, having one of these, a cup of tea or lunch or dinner together. *Picture and filming of Geisha is fine but not allowed to post it in public.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We, your guide will be waiting aboveground at Exit 4 of Gion-Shijo Station, right in front of the Izumo-no-Okuni statue, next to Shijo Bridge. You will recognize us by a signboard with an origami crane logo and the text “Ken’s Tours Kyoto.”

End Point

End point

If you choose "Dinner with Geisha", we'll take dinner with Geisha at the restaurant. Maiko, an apprentice geisha will show up, talk and dance.

Redemption Instructions

Right in front of Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni: Kawabatacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0076, Japan Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZRpKLKfHguAQqKHr8

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Let's learn what Kabuki is and the feminine beginning of the theater. You maybe know the current Kabuki is performed just by men but you wouldn’t know the beginning was just by women.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Look at the actual architecture of the oldest Kabuki theater and hear the story of the impressive corroboration of VR and Kabuki.
Duration: 10 mins
3. The largest Geisha district called "Gion". Gion Shirakawa is the most beautiful part of Gion, old fashioned streets, buildings and traditional theaters on the beautiful riverside. Let’s learn what the mysterious female entertainer "Geisha" is.
Duration: 15 mins
4. At this Shinto shrine let's learn what Japanese native religion "Shinto" is. It is said in Japan there are 8 million gods.
Duration: 15 mins
5. The main street of Gion. If you are lucky you would be able to see geisha walking around.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Zen Buddhist temple was built in 1202. Let's talk about what Zen Buddhism is.
Duration: 15 mins
7. Zenkyo-an (Marishitendo), a Kennin-ji subtemple in Gion, known for boar guardians, luck, and safety.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

1.5-2 hours guiding in Gion, the geisha district

45-min Geisha meeting and show (An apprentice geisha dance with one or two songs)

Exclusion

Tip for Maiko, an apprentice geisha

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not recommended for travelers with leg problems.

Supplied by Ken's Tours Kyoto

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