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Evening in Gion and Pontocho, Geisha neighbourhood

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Evening in Gion and Pontocho, Geisha neighbourhood

Highlights

Joined 2023

Jose david V.

5.00 / 5

(11 reviews)

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Kyoto

English, Spanish (Native), Catalan (Native), Japanese

2 hours

Private tour (only you and Jose david V.)

Up to 6 people

Just a stroll through some of the most beautiful streets in Kyoto, who knows what we'll see, from evening lights to some of the most amazing places in Kyoto.

There's five geiko (geisha) neighbourhoods in Kyoto, Kamishikien, Pontocho, Gion, Gion Kobu and Miyagawacho. We'll be visiting at least 3 of them.

Itinerary

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

05:00 PM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

05:20 PM

Pontocho

One of the most beatiful streets in Kyoto, Kiyamachi, Ochaya and restaurants for each and every budget. Lovely.

06:00 PM

Gion

The most emblematic Geisha district in Kyoto, not the oldest, possibly the most famous, covering the streets of Shirakawa dori, Shinbashi dori and Hanamikoji dori, depending on the pace yet possibly, Kenniji temple.

Ending Point

As requested, again it is a private tour, so wherever you choose. Your tour, your rules.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

What‘s not included

Transportation fee, lunch, entrance fee (if applicable)

Tour Important Information

Hi! This is a PRIVATE walking tour, just bring some comfortable shoes. Geisha (we call them Geiko in Kyoto) DO EXIST, however she's just a lady, working, so seeing them is just a matter of luck, sometimes they're there, sometimes they're not. It is absolutelly forbiden to harrass them or make them feel uncomfortable. Normally they'll refuse to take a picture with you.

Important message from the supplier

I have full availability.

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

Joined 2023

Jose david V.

5.00 / 5

(11 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Jose david V.

Hello there! I am hoping you're having a great day!!

My name is Jose, born and raised in Spain (Barcelona) and I have been living in Japan for the last 10 years, first it was Hiroshima that I called home, for the past few years it has been Kyoto.

I have a wide knowledge of japanese culture, it's social life and it's manners, as well as the most impressive monuments, streets, parks and temples.

I love the city of Kyoto and all of the wonders it has to offer to the people whom decide to visit it, from the Fushimi Inari temple to the Nijo Castle. It is a surprising city with combines the best of modern day activities with the reminiscence of old Japan.

I would like to share my experience in Japan with you, so you have the greatest experience possible.

Reviews

Erica Z.

5 / 5

Apr 6, 2026

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto