Why choose this Kyoto tour ?
To truly experience a city, you must deep dive into its culture, and there’s no better cultural tradition to explore in Kyoto than through geishas and their traditions.
On this private tour, get a cultural awakening as you learn more about geishas and the traditions and why this is such a unique part of the city’s character. Learn from its history to the present influence that still lingers in Kyoto as you visit the Minamiza Theatre, Maruyama park and more. Thanks to this cultural experience, you’ll be able to see Kyoto from a different perspective – the way the locals live it every day!
Withlocals Treasures of Kyoto Tour™ is one of Withlocals’ signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and preventing over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Make the most of your Kyoto adventure
What makes Treasures of Kyoto: Geishas & Traditions Private Tour a unique experience ?
Okuni was the originator of kabuki theater
The roots of Minamiza go back to the early Edo period (1596-1615).
The area of Gion Shinbashi is designated as a traditional business preservation area and the area south of Shijo Street as a historical scenery preservation area.
Hear more about Japanese religion here, it is a mixture of Shinto and Buddhism.
Stand outside the traditional banquet buildings where the geisha would have entertained customers and learn more in-depth about the geisha and the culture.
Walk up the steps to get a better view of the temple and see the garden area.
Walk from the temple towards the park area.
According to the legend of the shrine, its history may go back as far as 150 years before the Heian era, AC656 (the second year of the reign of Emperor Seimei).
Walk on the Shijō Street, that literally means Fourth Avenue of Heian-kyō, the ancient capital
Kodaiji Temple was built in 1605 at the behest of Nene, for whom the street was later named
Picturesque 5-story Buddhist pagoda temple, offering sweeping views from the top. Finish the tour in a local cafe nearby.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Geisha Private Tour
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Short Description: On this tour, you will get to understand the way of life and the role in the society of Geishas
Treasures of Kyoto: Geishas & Traditions Private Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Private Tour
- Local Guide
- This tour is carbon neutral
Not Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Food & beverages not listed as inclusions
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Withlocals.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Tokyo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 31 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
