Gion

Created in the feudal period, Gion is a traditional neighborhood in Kyoto and is very famous for its geishas (or geiko in the local dialect) which wander in the streets, dressed with their silk kimonos. With its tea houses where geishas – literally meaning “artist” – practice dancing, singing, music or simple talking, Gion is one of the various faces of a traditional Japan which, nevertheless, remains topical.

Location

Island : Honshu

Region : Kansai

Prefecture : Kyoto

City : Kyoto

Access

From Kyoto Station

⇒ Take the JR Nara Line (train) until the next station (Tofukuji), then take the Keihan Line until Gion-Shijo station (3rd stop).
or
⇒ Walk 1.1 km to Shichijo station, then take the Keihan Line until the Gion-Shijo station (2nd stop).
Gion spreads over both sides of the Shijo street.

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