Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover Kyoto's captivating Geisha culture with the Kyoto Night Walking Tour. Led by local guides steeped in tradition, this journey unveils the world of Geisha and Maiko.

Stroll through Kyoto's night, where elegance and grace come to life. Learn Geisha secrets, their training, and artistry. Encounter Geisha and Maiko en route to appointments, offering a rare glimpse into their world.

In an intimate setting, ask questions and engage with this enthralling tradition. The Kyoto Night Walking Tour immerses you authentically, connecting you to Kyoto's Geisha culture.

Join us on this enchanting journey to illuminate the captivating world of Geisha, revealing the history and thriving traditions that come alive in Kyoto after dark.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Bottled water

What To Expect

The Izumono Okuni Statue in Kyoto is a bronze sculpture dedicated to Okuni, a legendary figure considered the founder of Kabuki theater. Located in the Gion district, this statue pays homage to Okuni's pioneering contributions to Japanese performing arts. Okuni is believed to have originated Kabuki in the early 17th century, and her statue serves as a symbol of the art form's rich history in Kyoto. Visitors to the Gion district can admire this iconic statue as they explore the area's cultural and historical attractions.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Minamiza Theater

Minamiza is a historic theater in Kyoto, Japan, renowned for hosting traditional Kabuki performances. Kabuki is a unique Japanese theater art known for elaborate costumes and dramatic storytelling, often featuring historical themes. At Minamiza, visitors can experience the rich cultural heritage of Kabuki in a historic setting, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in Japanese culture and theater.

Admission Not Applicable

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Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Reviews

4.83

1,303 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1178

Loved our tour with Nami!
FatemaGW,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had such a great time exploring the flower districts in Kyoto. Nami was the sweetest guide and really knew her stuff - she made everything about geishas, maikos, and geikos easy to understand and fun to learn. Highly recommend this tour!
Great date night
A5703AYvictorias,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Manuel was a great guide! The night tour was beautiful and a lot of the crowds went away halfway. It was a great experience and a nice evening!
Excellent tour with an excellent guide
yvettlanderos,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time and learned so much about the Kyoto Geisha culture. Our guide, Yuki, was informative and very proud of sharing his culture. I would recommend this to anyone who would like to learn about the Geisha culture.
We learned so much!!
stephenpM3828JG,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yuki was great! The culture was amazing to learn and so happy we did this! Great photo spots as well and great way to learn about the city and Geisha.
Amazing tour with Ben
meganpQ4439GA,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ben was an excellent tour guide. He was fun, engaging, and great at explaining the history/culture of Kyoto. We did the night tour (7-9pm) on a Sunday and the streets were not very busy, so we had lots of opportunity to stop and admire our surroundings. I recommend doing this tour at the beginning of your time in Kyoto, so you can have all the tips from Ben about how to best navigate the Gion area on your own.
Great Geisha Tour with Yuki
Darbianne S,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yuki was an excellent tour guide. He provided detailed information about the city and the geisha history and contemporary culture. He welcomed questions and provided thoughtful and informative answers. We strongly recommend taking this tour and requesting Yuki. It was a beautiful tour to take at night!
Informative
elimX3550OD,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very good, interesting topics. Learn lots about the culture! Nami was great, explained really well. As an australian, I understood her majority of the time. Overall, great experience, would recommend!
A great tour of Kyoto and Geisha
MrMikey82,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Went on the Geisha tour with Nikki and highly recommend it. Friendly and charming and very knowledgable. Filled d with facts and anecdotes, and the pace was lively and moving. The 2 hours flew by..
Fun Walking Tour
638bads,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nikki was lovely and super informative, she made learning about the geisha engaging. Would highly recommend if you are interested in a two hour learning experience.
Awesome Tour!!
869deev,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nikki’s tour was so informative. She was very helpful and would definitely recommend a tour with her. I would recommend the Geisha tour as well. Very informative!!