Gion, Entertainment district in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
The Gion district spans across several streets filled with wooden machiya houses, traditional tea houses, and illuminated paper lanterns along Hanamikoji Street.
Established in the 11th century near Yasaka Shrine, Gion grew from a rest stop for shrine visitors into a major entertainment district during the Sengoku period.
Gion Kobu and Gion Higashi districts maintain active geiko communities where traditional arts performances, tea ceremonies, and dance events occur throughout the year.
Visitors can reach Gion via the Keihan line at Gion-Shijo Station or through regular bus services from Kyoto Station to Gion bus stop.
The district features the Minami-za theater from 1610, where classical kabuki performances take place in a building constructed without using metal nails.
Location: Higashiyama-ku
Address: Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Japan Kyoto
GPS coordinates: 35.00349,135.77505
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:20
Explore the monuments of Kyoto, including Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, imperial palaces, feudal castles, traditional gardens, and historic districts. This former imperial capital features UNESCO sites such as the Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari Shrine, as well as modern cultural places like the Manga Museum and Kyoto Station.
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Shōren-in
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Daiun-in
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Maruyama Park
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Ichiriki Chaya
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Gion Corner
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