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Discover Old Kyoto: Gion Geisha Stroll

Art, Culture, & Historical
Kyoto Tour Guide - Jasmine L.

Joined 2025

Jasmine L.
5.00 / 5
(24 reviews)
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Kyoto
English (Native), Japanese, Malay (Native), Chinese (Simplified) (Native)
3 hours
Private tour (only you and Jasmine L.)
Up to 15 people

Discover the Secret Side of Gion

Take a peaceful walk through Gion and explore quiet streets full of beauty and history. Learn all about geisha culture and the traditions of Kyoto in a fun and easy way. You might even see a real geisha! With lots of pretty spots for photos and an easy route for kids and older guests, this tour is a relaxing way to enjoy the magic of Kyoto.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

05:00 PM

Meeting Point

Disney Store Kyoto

- Disney Store - Kyoto Shijo-Kawaramachi

05:20 PM

Kamo River

A peaceful “duck river” that runs through Kyoto. With cherry blossoms on the riverside, and outdoor dining terrace in summer.

05:30 PM

Minami-za Kabuki Theater

Oldest Kabuki theater in Japan. A UNESCO World Heritage site.

05:40 PM

Shirakawa River & Bridge

A quiet, scenic area with a small river, stone bridge, and willow trees. It’s one of the most beautiful photo spots in Gion.

06:00 PM

Hanami-Koji Geisha Street (Flower Street)

A famous old street lined with tea houses and traditional wooden buildings. You may spot a geisha walking to work here.

06:30 PM

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine

Known for its unique power stone. People come here to pray for breaking bad ties and forming good relationships.

07:00 PM

Yasaka Pagoda Tower

A tall five-story pagoda that’s a Kyoto icon.

07:20 PM

Ninenzaka

A charming stone-paved street with shops and cafés. It feels like stepping into old Kyoto.

07:40 PM

Yasaka Shrine

One of Kyoto’s most famous shrines, especially known for the Gion Festival. It’s lively and open day and night.

08:00 PM

Pontocho Alley

A narrow alley beside the river, filled with traditional restaurants and bars. A great place for food and a possible geisha sighting.

Ending Point

End the tour in Pontocho Alley, a nightlife and restaurant alley!

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

• Guide Fee

• Drinking Water

What‘s not included

• Food/Snacks

• Hotel Pick Up

Tour Important Information

• Duration: 3 hours

• Easy walking pace, suitable for all ages

• Guided in English/Chinese

• Focus on geisha history, culture, and hidden streets

• Chance to see real geisha or maiko (not guaranteed)

• Many great photo spots

• Runs in all weather – bring an umbrella if needed

• Wear comfortable walking shoes

• No live geisha performances or direct interaction

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Kyoto Tour Guide - Jasmine L.

Joined 2025

Jasmine L.
5.00 / 5
(24 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Jasmine L.

Hi, I’m Jasmine! I am a friendly, multilingual guide based in Kyoto.

My tours are perfect for families with children and easy-paced for elderly guests. I offer warm, personal experiences filled with fun stories, local delights, and hidden gems you won’t find in guidebooks. Let’s explore Kyoto together!

Reviews

️️️️️ An Exceptional Kyoto Tour with Jasmine — Highly Recommended!

My family (including our daughters, 10 and 16) spent a full day touring Kyoto with Jasmine on December 1, 2025, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. She asked about our interests—historic shrines, temples, and the Gion area—and created a custom route that covered everything we wanted to see. Before the tour, she even advised us on where to stay, what to wear, and what to bring, which was incredibly helpful. Jasmine met us at an easy-to-find spot and immediately made us feel welcome. Her English was excellent, and she was patient, friendly, and very knowledgeable. She adjusted the walking pace to suit our family and filled the day with interesting stories about each site. She also shared insights into local traditions, daily life, and school customs, answering all our kids’ questions as we saw many local students touring the same areas. Her cultural explanations and tips were things you would never find in a standard guidebook. My wife has a heart condition, and some uphill paths were difficult for her. Jasmine quickly adapted the route on the spot, reducing stairs and steep climbs while still ensuring we visited the key sights. Her flexibility made a big difference. Near the end of the tour, my wife suddenly felt very unwell, and we had to cut the day short to reach the ER (thankfully she later recovered). Jasmine was incredibly supportive—she helped us catch a taxi, directed us to a major hospital with English-speaking staff, and checked in with us afterward for several days to see how my wife was doing. Her kindness and genuine care went far beyond what we expected. Overall, Jasmine greatly enhanced our time in Kyoto. Her planning, knowledge, and warm personality made the experience wonderful from start to finish. We highly recommend booking her as your local guide—you will not be disappointed.

Great time in Kyoto!

My family had a great time with Jasmine in Kyoto, she’s knowledgeable and went at a comfortable pace to cover everything we wanted to see. It was also helpful that she’s multilingual and fluent in English and Mandarin which suited us perfectly. I would definitely visit Kyoto with Jasmine again and spend a few days next time.

Kyoto Family Fun Day

We really enjoyed hanging out with Jasmine in Kyoto and our 4 and 6 yo did too. Would highly recommend this for anyone looking to hit the ground running in this city or if you just want to do a fun day on autopilot. She’s thoughtful when it comes to kids and both of ours asked if they could hang out with her again.

Want to Personalize?

$159/ per group

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