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Geisha District Walk
Explore around the Gion district and other parts of Kyoto to help shed some light on the exclusive and mysterious world of the Geisha and other aspects of Japanese culture.
Geisha District Walk , Japan
This evening you will be enjoying a tour of the Geisha district with an English-speaking guide, Duncan Flett. Duncan has been living in Kyoto for over 10 years working as a freelance translator.
Since 2005 Duncan and his wife Izumi have been working with Audley Travel to escort visitors around the Gion district and other parts of Kyoto to help shed some light on the exclusive and mysterious world of the Geisha and other aspects of Japanese culture.
Both half Japanese but having grown up in England and Spain respectively, Duncan and Izumi are perhaps best placed to bridge the gap between Japan and the west, providing you with an informative and lasting memory of your time in Kyoto.
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Photos of Geisha District Walk
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Traditional garden, Kyoto
Places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
Citadines Karasuma-Gojo
Situated just off Kyoto’s main Karasuma Dori, the Citadines boasts an excellent location. It makes a convenient, comfortable stay for travelers, with stylish décor and modern amenities.
Gion Hatanaka Ryokan
The Hatanaka Gion in Kyoto is located close to Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine. It spreads over the wooded hillside, making it a peaceful retreat from the frenetic downtown area.
Hyatt Regency
Providing a relaxing stay with all the comforts of an international chain, the Hyatt is a great option when visiting Kyoto. It is clear that the designer of the hotel paid close attention to detail adding thoughtful Japanese touches throughout.
Kanra Hotel
Hotel Kanra is a great boutique hotel offering spacious modern rooms centrally placed for sightseeing in Kyoto. The integration of Kyoto style, whether it is in the hotel's cuisine, décor or design, will make your stay in Hotel Kanra enjoyable and relaxing.
Sakura Ryokan
The Sakura Ryokan is only a 10 minute walk from Kyoto Station and offers an excellent stay at a fraction of the price of some of its more distinguished neighbors.
Sakura Terrace The Gallery
Located a short distance from Kyoto Station, Sakura Terrace The Gallery offers a convenient base from which to explore the city. A modern, boutique-style hotel, it offers a bright and playful retreat.
Screen Hotel
One of only a rare few boutique properties, the Screen is a well-located hotel with individually designed rooms
Tawaraya
There is a prevailing sense of calm and quiet at the Tawaraya and a stay here should leave you rested and revived, aided not least by the solid hinoki wood baths in each room.
Vista Premio
The Vista Premio in Kyoto featues Japanese touches throughout. Its standard rooms are themed to reflect the bamboo groves of Arashiyama and deluxe rooms are decorated in the hues of a Kyoto autumn.
Yoshikawa Ryokan
A stay at Yoshikawa Ryokan will open the doors to some of the many unique customs of staying in a traditional inn and leave you with some wonderful memories of Kyoto's famed hospitality.
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
Dinner with Maiko Performance
Maiko are trainee Geisha (Geiko in Kyoto dialect) who train for six years before becoming fully fledged Geisha. They learn skills such as dance, singing, instrument playing as well as how to entertain guests with conversation.
Kyoto Cultural Experience
Take the opportunity to learn more about a traditional Japanese pastime of your choice. These courses are instigated and run by the Women's Association of Kyoto and you will visit the home of one of the members.
Nara Excursion
Like nearby Kyoto, Nara was once the Japanese capital and a source of enormous cultural and religious outpourings. Unlike its more celebrated neighbor, however, Nara has survived relatively untouched by modern advances and remains a relaxed town dotted with temples, shrines and parkland.
Traditional Kyoto Cuisine Walking Tour
Enjoy a day of culinary delights with trips to Kyoto's Nishiki Market, Horino Sake Museum to learn all about sake production and then a traditional machiya (tea house) for a Japanese cooking class.