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A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings and cherry blossoms. 2
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The previous price was Rp736.351 and current price is Rp625.898 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
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Overview

    • Explore Gion at night with an English-speaking Japanese local guide
    • See Yasaka Pagoda, Ninenzaka, and Gion’s lantern-lit historic streets
    • Enjoy a relaxed small-group experience limited to just 10 guests
    • Learn about Geiko, Maiko, shrines, traditions, and local Kyoto culture
    • - Discover hidden details and photo spots you might miss on your own

Activity location

    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒600-8001 京都府京都市下京区真町90−３ | The meeting point is Shijo Kiyamachi. A guide holding a sign that says "Otatrip Guide" will be waiting between McDonald's and the Japanese restaurant Kikunoi Roan, located a little south along Kiyamachi Street. Please note that if there are other participants, the tour may depart on time, so be cautious not to arrive late.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto: Evening Walk Through Gion with Local Sake

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 19:30
Price details
Rp339.854
Rp288.876 x 1 YouthRp288.876
Total
The previous price was Rp339.854 and current price is Rp288.876
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English-speaking Japanese local guide
  • Inclusions
    Small-group walking tour
  • Inclusions
    Photo assistance from your guide
  • Inclusions
    A small cup of local sake
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Food and additional drinks
  • Exclusions
    Transport to/from the meeting point

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Smoking

What you can expect

  • Discover the atmosphere of Gion after dark on a relaxed 90-minute walking tour through Kyoto’s most famous historic district.

    Led in English by a friendly Japanese local guide and limited to a maximum of 10 guests, this small-group experience is personal, conversational, and easy to enjoy.

    As you walk through Gion and Higashiyama, you’ll visit iconic nighttime sights, hear local stories, and learn about Geiko and Maiko culture, shrine traditions, local etiquette, and Kyoto’s history.

    Because the group is small, there is plenty of time to ask questions, talk with your guide, and enjoy the walk at a comfortable pace.

    What You'll See

    ・Hanamikoji Street
    Walk through one of Gion’s most famous streets, lined with traditional ochaya tea houses. You may also have a chance to see Geiko or Maiko on their way to appointments.

    ・Yasaka Pagoda
    See one of Kyoto’s most recognisable landmarks rising above the historic streets of Higashiyama.

    ・Yasui Konpiragu Shrine
    Visit a unique shrine known for the tradition of cutting bad ties and forming good ones.

    ・Ninenzaka
    Stroll along a historic stone-paved street surrounded by traditional wooden buildings.

    ・Yasaka Shrine
    Experience one of Gion’s most important shrines, beautifully illuminated by lanterns at night.

    What Makes This Tour Different

    ・Maximum 10 Guests
    Enjoy a more personal experience and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

    ・English-Speaking Japanese Local Guide
    Learn about Kyoto, local customs, and Japanese culture directly from a Japanese guide.

    ・More Than Just Sightseeing
    Discover the stories, traditions, and small details that are easy to miss when exploring on your own.

    ・Relaxed & Conversational
    This is not a formal lecture. Feel free to ask about Kyoto, food, culture, nightlife, or what to do next.

    ・Kyoto After Dark
    Experience Gion and Higashiyama when the lanterns are lit and the historic streets take on a quieter, more atmospheric character.

    ・Photo-Friendly Route
    Your guide can help you find great viewpoints and take photos at key locations.

    What to Expect

    ・A well-planned 90-minute route through Gion and Higashiyama
    ・Easy-to-understand cultural stories and local insights
    ・A chance to learn about Geiko and Maiko culture
    ・Beautiful nighttime streets and landmarks
    ・A small cup of local sake included
    ・Photo assistance at key locations

    Good to Know

    ・Please arrive on time, as the tour starts promptly.
    ・Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
    ・Please keep voices low in residential and sacred areas.
    ・Geiko and Maiko sightings are not guaranteed.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 日本、〒600-8001 京都府京都市下京区真町90−３ | The meeting point is Shijo Kiyamachi. A guide holding a sign that says "Otatrip Guide" will be waiting between McDonald's and the Japanese restaurant Kikunoi Roan, located a little south along Kiyamachi Street. Please note that if there are other participants, the tour may depart on time, so be cautious not to arrive late.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan