Gion

Kyoto's historic geisha district, lined with wooden machiya teahouses and lantern-lit lanes.

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Get directions

Address: Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
Hours: Open 24 hours (district)
Price: Free to walk
Nearest station: Keihan Gion-Shijo Station

Kyoto's historic geisha district; be respectful and don't chase or photograph maiko without consent.

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