Overview
Take a tour of Kyoto's famous Gion district and learn about the mysterious geisha traditions from an insider's perspective. You'll also explore Gion's beautiful streets, temples, shrines, and shops, for a comprehensive overview of historic Kyoto.
What you will be doing
Let's learn what Kabuki is and the feminine beginning of the theatre. You maybe know the current Kabuki is performed just by men but you wouldn't know the beginning was just by women
The Kabuki Theater of KyotoLook at the actual architecture of the oldest Kabuki theatre and hear the story of the impressive corroboration of VR and Kabuki
The largest Geisha district called Gion. Gion Shirakawa is the most beautiful part of Gion, old fashioned streets, buildings and traditional theatres on the beautiful riverside. Let's learn what the mysterious female entertainer Geisha is
At this Shinto shrine let's learn what the Japanese native religion Shinto is. It is said in Japan there are 8 million gods
The main street of Gion. If you are lucky you will be able to see geisha walking around
Zen Buddhist temple was built in 1202. Let's talk about what Zen Buddhism is
Mr. Ebisu, the god of wealth in Shinto resides in the shrine that was built in 1202 and has been worshipped by local business owners.
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: Gion-Shijo Station, Kawabatachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0076, Japan
🗺️ Instructions: Meet at Gion-Shijō Station
Things to know
Accessibility:
Children friendly
Fitness requirement
Any fitness level
Tour Language
English
License requirement
None
Additional information:
Not recommended for travellers with leg problems
Not recommended for people with back problems or with heart conditions
Minimum age is 11
Inclusion ✅
Tour guide
Exclusion ❌
Pick up and drop off transport
About your host
Ken's Tours KyotoKen's Tours Kyoto is a small group of Kyoto professional guides that has guided over 5000 clients since the beginning of 2016. We have over 1500 reviews (99% are 5 out of 5 stars). We also were ranked and awarded in Japan's TOP 30 best activities and tours and produced virtual activities as an initial provider on Amazon Explore during COVID. We promise to design and offer the best tours you've ever done.
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