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Gion Night Walk with a Former History Teacher 7% OFF

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$29.73
$31.97
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Overview

Experience Kyoto beyond the guidebooks on this small-group evening tour of Gion. Walk through lantern-lit streets, peaceful riverside paths, and historic temple grounds while discovering the stories, traditions, and beliefs that shaped Kyoto. Led by a former history teacher, this interactive tour includes cultural insights, quizzes, and a simple Zen meditation experience.
Gion Night Walk with a Former History Teacher
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Historical and cultural commentary
  • Guided walking tour
  • Simple Zen meditation experience at Kennin-ji
  • Professional local guide
  • Meals

Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the West Gate (Nishi-Romon) of Yasaka Shrine. This iconic red gate faces Shijo Street in Gion and is easy to find. If arriving by train, it is about a 5-minute walk from Gion-Shijo Station. Your guide will be holding an iPad.
Return details
The tour ends at Shirakawa Street, a peaceful canal-side area in Gion. Known for its traditional wooden buildings, stone bridges, and historic atmosphere, it is one of Kyoto’s most charming streets. Restaurants, cafes, and Gion-Shijo Station are within walking distance.

  • Yasaka Shrine
    Visit Yasaka Shrine and learn about Shinto beliefs, purification rituals, and traditional ways of worship. Discover the shrine’s history, cultural significance, and its connection to Gion and the famous Gion Festival.
  • Hanamikoji Street
    Walk along Hanamikoji Street, Gion’s most famous traditional street. Admire historic wooden teahouses, learn about geisha culture, and discover how this district has preserved its unique atmosphere for centuries.
  • Kennin-ji Temple
    Visit Kennin-ji, Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple. Learn about Zen Buddhism, explore its peaceful grounds, and take part in a simple Zen meditation experience.
  • Kamogawa River
    Walk along the Kamo River and enjoy a peaceful break from the city. Learn how the river has shaped Kyoto’s history, culture, and daily life for centuries.
  • Shinbashi Dori
    Walk along Shinbashi Street, one of Gion’s most beautiful and well-preserved areas. Admire traditional wooden buildings and discover the charm of old Kyoto at night.
  • Gion Shirakawa
    Visit Gion Shirakawa, a peaceful canal-side district known for its traditional wooden buildings, stone bridges, and timeless Kyoto atmosphere.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Gion Night Walk with a Former History Teacher 7% OFF

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $29.73
    $31.97
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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