At the heart of Kyoto lies Gion, the city’s most famous entertainment district and the center of its traditional arts. Michael Lambe takes us on a daytime tour of Gion’s most famous landmarks, shops and historic sites. Continue reading
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Indigo House Gion – Southern Higashiyama
Indigo House Gion is a former geisha house that has been converted into two sublime vacation rental properties. They offer the unforgettable experience of staying in a traditional yet comfortable Kyoto house – just steps away from the city’s main sightseeing district. Continue reading
Southern Higashiyama
Southern Higashiyama is the most important sightseeing district in Kyoto. It contains everything from dazzling temples, to preserved lanes, to the city’s main geisha district. Don’t miss it! Continue reading
Gion Finlandia Bar Southern Higashiyama
A Finnish-themed bar in a former geisha house, Gion Finlandia Bar is a very stylish place for a drink in Gion. Continue reading
Glanz kei Gion Shinmonzen
October 2022: Please note Glanz kei Gion Shinmonzen has now permanently closed. Please see our Southern Higashiyama page for other places to stay in the area. Continue reading
Gion Matsuri: Kyoto’s Biggest Festival
The Gion Matsuri (Gion Festival) is Kyoto’s biggest annual festival. It’s a multiday event that is equal parts religious observance and raucous street festival. Here, I’ll explain the best way to enjoy the festival. Continue reading
Rinn Gion Nawate
October 2022: Please note Rinn Gion Nawate has now permanently closed. Please see our Downtown Kyoto page for other places to stay in the area. Continue reading
Gion
Kyoto’s traditional entertainment district, where geisha, gangsters and gawkers prowl, is one of the most interesting places for an after-dinner stroll. Continue reading
Gion Yoshiima
On a lovely street in the heart of Gion, Yoshiima is a reasonably priced and very traditional ryokan. It’s a good spot for your first ryokan experience. Sadly, children aren’t allowed. Continue reading
Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano
Located right in the heart of Gion, just steps from Yasaka Shrine, Kyoto Ryokan Gion Sano is perfect for sightseeing in the city. Continue reading
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