Discover Kyoto’s hidden night views. Explore Gion and Sanneizaka under the stars. Experience the magical, mysterious beauty of Kyoto after dark.
- 祇園花見小路通 - Gion/Hanamikoji Street: As the main street of the Gion area, it is a popular place for tourists. The street and surrounding area are lined with temples, shrines, tea houses, and other buildings that are very Kyoto-like. If you are lucky, you may be able to see real maiko and geiko walking along the alley. - Yasaka Shrine - Yasaka Shrine: Located in Higashiyama, it is the representative shrine of Kyoto City. Until the Meiji era (1868-1912), the shrine was called “Gion Shrine.” The famous town of Gion was the gateway to Yasaka Shrine, and the festival “Gion Matsuri” became Kyoto’s representative summer festival, greatly influencing the culture, customs and landscape of Kyoto. - Sanneizaka - Sanneizaka: This slope is part of the approach to Kiyomizu-dera Temple and is said to have been used by Kitamasato, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Together with Niningsaka, it is designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in Kyoto City. The winding stone pavement and stone steps are flanked by old-fashioned buildings, and it is also known as the center of sightseeing in Kiyomizu. - Gion Shirakawa - Gion Shirakawa: The stone-paved streets lined with machiya (traditional townhouses) and a stream running nearby make this an ideal spot to enjoy the atmosphere of Kyoto at night. The scenery of shrines and stone pavement floating in the dim light of ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurants) is fantastic, and has been introduced on TV programs as one of Kyoto’s representative places.
- Private Tour
- Tour Guide
- Necessary expenses for the guide during the tour
- Estimated Costs of the Tour: 0 JPY per Person
Known as the “City of a Thousand Years,” Kyoto is a beautiful city where old historic buildings, modern cityscapes, and nature coexist in harmony. While visiting Kyoto in the daylight is of course beautiful, Kyoto at night offers a different, more magical and mysterious atmosphere than in the daytime. This tour will take you to some of Kyoto’s most popular areas, such as Gion and Sanneizaka, at night, allowing you to fully enjoy the beauty of Kyoto at night.
If you are looking for a different kind of sightseeing in Kyoto, want to enjoy the fantastic night view of Kyoto, or want to enjoy Kyoto in your spare time, this is the place for you. This is the plan we recommend for you!
- Transportation, entrance fees, food and beverage costs incurred at the visited spots are to be borne by the client.
- Please wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking.
- Please note that each spot may be changed to another spot in case of temporary closure.
- Some of the spots you will visit that day include facilities that do not accept credit cards. Please remember to have cash ready.
- If you miss the meeting time on the day of the tour, we may not be able to provide an adequate tour experience due to the transportation used. Please be careful not to be late.
- Food and beverage spots are not included.
- In case of inclement weather on the day of the tour, the means of transportation, places to visit, and routes may be changed.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
