Discover Geisha Arts: Gion Cultural Walk & Geisha Show

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.

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.

Look at the actual architecture of the oldest Kabuki theater 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 theaters on the beautiful riverside. Let’s learn what the mysterious female entertainer “Geisha” is.

At this Shinto shrine let’s learn what 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 would 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.

• 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.

• Tea break with Geisha
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  Duration: 3 hours: Walking tour in the Geisha district (1.5 hours) and tea break at the cafe (1.5 hours) including Geisha show(1 hr).
  One drink included
  *This is a group activity.
• Lunch with Geisha
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  Duration: 3 hours: Walking tour in the Geisha district (1.5 hours) and lunch at the restaurant (1.5 hours) including Geisha show(1 hr).
  Japanese lunch plate included: You could choose from those options: Karaage(Japanese fried chicken), Sashimi(Raw fish cut in pieces), Tempra, Daily special.
  *This is a group activity.
• Dinner with Geisha
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  Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Walking tour in the Geisha district (1.5 hours) and dinner at the restaurant (2 hours) including Geisha show(1 hr).
  Japanese dinner included: Sharing platters of Japanese food. *Vegetarian menu is not available.
  *This is a group activity

• 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)

• Tip for Maiko, an apprentice geisha

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• This Tour is Provided by Ken’s Tours Kyoto.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Tokyo.
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