Kyoto's most beautiful flower street - Gion - the filming location of "Memoirs of a Geisha"

Gion is the most famous 'flower street' of geishas in modern Japan. Located in the Higashiyama district to the east of the Kamo River in Kyoto, Gion is divided into two areas: Gion East and Gion Kobu. It is said that the Edo Shogunate first allowed teahouses to operate here in 1665, and it has a history of more than 300 years. At its peak in the early 19th century, there were over 3,000 geishas in Gion. Many of the geisha houses and teahouses still retain their architecture from that time, and in 1999, the Japanese government designated it as a historical landscape preservation area. The representative building of Gion is the Gion Kaburenjo Theater, which is a dance theater jointly funded by the geisha houses. Every April, geishas perform the 'Kyoto Dance' here, showcasing the elegance of geishas and the art of classical Japanese song and dance. There are currently 83 teahouses in Gion, with about 120 geishas and kabuki performers. ⌛️ Opening Hours: All day (Monday-Sunday) ⚠️tips: *Business status changes frequently, it is advised to always pay attention to the notices at the scenic area. 🎫 Admission Fee: Free 🏃‍♀️ Recommended Duration: 1-3 hours 📇 Address: Gionmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan 🚌 Transportation Tips: Take the 'Keihan Main Line' and get off at 'Gion-shijo Station', or take the city bus and get off at 'Gion Station'.