Kyoto
The Gion walks that explain the geisha district honestly: teahouse etiquette, the lanes where geiko hurry to evening appointments and the history beneath the lanterns. Photography rules are strict here; guides keep you on the right side of them.
Explore Kyoto's historic Gion district with an engaging walking tour, spotting Geisha, discovering hidden gems, and learning about local traditions.
“Thoroughly enjoyed it and learned a lot. Thank you so much to Michael!”
Discover Kyoto’s Gion district at night with this small-group walking tour, led by knowledgeable guides, offering cultural insights and rare glimpses of Geishas—all for just $25.
“The tour was excellent and the experience was something that I will never forget, the guide was very professional and knowledgeable of the area and I learned things I did not know before. I would and will definitely recommend this tour and guide to anyone…”
Discover Kyoto’s geisha culture with a lively nighttime walking tour through Gion and Pontocho, guided by passionate locals for an authentic experience.
“Manuel is an incredible guide, learned so much about geisha culture throughout the tour and was able to explore the hidden gems of the district.”
Experience Kyoto’s historic Gion district at night on a guided walking tour for only $30. Discover lantern-lit streets, geisha glimpses, and local culture.
“Our tour guide Jannel was brilliant. She showed us around Kyoto’s historic centre with useful information, anecdotes and was really engaging. The sites covered gave a good insight into the history and culture of Kyoto. Would recommend the tour and Jannel :)”
Discover Kyoto’s Gion district on a 2-hour night walk led by knowledgeable guides. See Geisha, learn their traditions, and enjoy authentic cultural insights.
“Great experience and our guide was incredibly knowledgable about the geisha culture!”
Discover Kyoto’s Gion district on a 2-hour evening walking tour. Experience the elegance of geisha culture, historic sites, and authentic storytelling for just $28.
“A great walking tour, through lovely parts of Kyoto. Our tour guide Shin was very informative and very happy to answer all our questions. A genuinely interesting tour which we all learned a lot from.”
Experience Kyoto’s Geisha culture and historic districts in this 2-hour guided walking tour, exploring Gion’s alleys, shrines, and traditional architecture.
“Great experience with Dan who was very kind and knowledgeable about the history and a good storyteller. It was fun.”
Create your own pair of traditional Japanese chopsticks in Kyoto. This engaging workshop is perfect for those interested in craftsmanship and authentic experiences.
“The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Making my own chopsticks was a wonderful way to experience Japanese culture, and it also turned out to be a perfect souvenir to bring Read more”
Discover Kyoto’s Gion district at night on this small group guided walk, exploring hidden streets, temples, and maybe even spotting a geisha.
“Great time with Zied. He was a wealth of information and was great to talk to about Japan. He was a big help with my elderly mother.”
Experience Kyoto's culture with a kimono fitting, traditional tea ceremony, and calligraphy—an authentic, intimate journey into Japan's elegant traditions.
“Awesome gift for my girlfriend. Participating in a tea ceremony felt really calming and fulfilling, and we loved learning about this special part of japanese culture. It was very nice that we got to ask questions and learn about how matcha is made and what…”
Discover Kyoto's Gion district after dark with this all-inclusive night tour, featuring authentic eats, historic sights, and local insights for a memorable experience.
“Jamie was an amazing guide, she was able to inform us about the culture and a lot of reasons why things where the way they where. Highly recommended this tour and definitely hopw you get Jamie as your guide!”
Discover Kyoto’s Gion district with a guided walk, witness a Maiko dance, and enjoy authentic dining, all in a small group for an intimate cultural experience.
“Very good Tour and expierence for a good price ! I can only recommend”
Explore Kyoto’s Gion district with a guided walk, learn about geisha traditions, and enjoy a rare apprentice geisha dance show—an authentic cultural experience.
“Ken was an amazing tour guide. He gave us a basic history of the Gion District and Geiko culture and built upon that. The crescendo of tea and performance by our meiko, was exceptional. I would recommend this tour to anyone who has a serious…”
Discover Kyoto at night with a guided tour exploring Gion, local dining, and nightlife, including history, food, and cultural insights for an authentic experience.
“Laura was an incredible tour guide! Her knowledge of the area and culture was impressive and her bubbly personality really made the tour so enjoyable!!! 11/10 experience”
Experience an authentic Kyoto Maiko performance with traditional dance, Q&A, and photo opportunities in a rare glimpse into Geisha culture for $98.
“Amazing experience! More than I expected, our tour guide Soichiro was very personable and friendly. The Maiko was very friendly as well and answered many questions, with a translator. The dance was beautiful and the game we played Read more”
Ten thousand shrine gates, tea poured properly and geisha lanes at dusk.