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Gion
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Gion is Kyoto's most famous traditional entertainment district, renowned for its beautifully preserved wooden machiya merchant houses and exclusive teahouses. Visitors flock here for a chance to spot geisha (geiko) and maiko in exquisite kimono heading to evening appointments. Walking these historic lantern-lit streets, especially along the Shirakawa Canal, feels like stepping back into feudal Japan.
Insider Tip
Avoid Hanami-koji's private side alleys where photography is banned; stick to main streets and never approach or touch working geisha.
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