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ActivityGionmachi Minamigawa, Kyoto
Hanamikoji Street Gion walk
Location
569 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074, JapanGionmachi Minamigawa, Kyoto
About
Stretching through the heart of Gion, Hanamikoji Street is Kyoto's most famous historic district, lined with preserved wooden machiya townhouses, exclusive teahouses, and upscale restaurants. It offers an atmospheric step back in time where you can experience traditional Edo-period architecture. While it is highly crowded, it remains one of the best places in Japan to catch a fleeting glimpse of a geisha (maiko or geiko) on her way to an evening appointment.
Insider Tip
Respect the strict photography bans on private side alleys; keep to the main street and never approach or touch working geishas.
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