Things to do in Gion

Taylor was great! I learned a lot about geisha (geiko and maiko)and about the area. Also learned about the differences between shrines vs temples and Shinto vs Buddhist beliefs. The only complaint is that the confirmation email told us to look for a guide with a logo for Japan Guide Star, but the tour operator was holding a sign for Japan Local Tours or something similar--I initially thought that I had missed the group or was in the wrong place.

This is a great way to see Gion. Since most of the crowds are there during the day, the night time is the perfect time to go. Plus, if you get Jasmine, you will have an incredibly knowledgeable guide. Totally worth the money!

An amazing guided tour led by Pedro. He was so knowledgeable about the area and general history of Kyoto. So glad to decide to book this tour and grateful that Pedro took us through the streets of old kyoto. 5 star plus rating

such a special experience. I have always wanted to go and see a maiko perform and it was beautiful. she and our guide were such gracious kind people and I learnt a lot about the maiko culture in Kyoto.

The experience was fun for the whole family. It wasn't too difficult to shave the wood, even for my 8 yr old. We chose Sugi, Walnut, Sakura, and Purple Heart. Victor K. was very helpful, professional, and patient. He provided clear instructions and helpful hints to make the beautiful chopsticks. You can tell he truly enjoys the craft of making chopsticks. The personalized engraving was a fun extra we all loved.

This trip to Kyoto was truly an amazing experience! 🥰 A special thank you to our tour guide, David, who was extremely attentive and patient throughout the entire journey. Not only did he seamlessly switch between Chinese and English for his explanations, but he also provided detailed introductions to the history, culture, and unique features of each attraction. This ensured we didn't just passively sightsee, but genuinely understood the stories behind every place. Throughout the trip, he thoughtfully reminded everyone of important details, and the itinerary was so smoothly arranged that we felt completely at ease and relaxed. This journey allowed us to enjoy Kyoto's beautiful scenery while gaining a wealth of cultural knowledge and wonderful memories. I am so grateful to have had such a professional and dedicated tour guide! I highly recommend this tour, and thank you, David, for helping us create such unforgettable memories of Kyoto! ❤️

Our tea master was Yuko, she and her team were so lovely. It was a small intimate experience and they focus on making you comfortable. Yuko was also very knowledgeable and explained the process well. I enjoyed learning about the traditional tea ceremony and watching Yuko perform her craft so perfectly! 10/10 I would reccommend to try this experience.

This was such a great tour! Reon was our guide and he was fantastic. he walked at a good pace, had a picture book to show us everything he was talking about and knew soooo much about the topics he was talking on. he was able to answer all the questions. a very exciting part was we got to see a geisha in training (Maiko) walk by and it brought everything to life. Reon was quick to point her out so we didn’t miss the moment. great tour , lots of really cool information and not difficult walking. would highly recommend. was awesome seeing Kyoto at night!

It was a unique experience that I thoroughly enjoyed, from getting fitted in the kimono and having my hair styled, to the incredible tea ceremony where everything was explained, and even being able to wear the kimono to walk around the city. Highly recommended.