Kyoto Gion & Kamo River Night Walking Tour - Japanese Snack Souvenir Included

Meet at Shijo-Kawaramachi
and cross the Kamo River to Gion

Meet your guide at the Shijo Dori and Kawaramachi intersection and start with a short introduction. Cross the Kamo River, take in the riverside views and head into the Gion district.

Visit Yasaka Shrine and Maruyama Park

See Yasaka Shrine, a symbol of Gion, and listen to your guide's stories in Maruyama Park. You'll also learn about the Edo period and Japan's most famous shogun family.

Discover geisha culture on Hanamikoji Street

Walk along Hanamikoji Street, the heart of the geisha district, and learn about the history of Kyoto's teahouses and the difference between geiko and maiko. Hear about the lives of today's geiko and maiko and how local residents keep their traditions alive.

Enjoy snacks and a souvenir by the Kamo River

Taste Japanese snacks as you walk around the Kamo River and receive the Japanese omiyage (souvenir) included in your package. At the end, your guide will recommend restaurants that locals love, and the tour finishes back at the starting point.

※ The itinerary may change depending on the weather, season and accessibility.