Gion

Gion district in Kyoto is a famous geisha (geiko in Kyoto) district which was originally developed in the Middle Ages. Although the number of geiko is decreasing, this district still tries to preserve its traditional architecture and ways of entertainment. Gion is located between Yasaky Shrine and Kamo River around Shijo Avenue.

Hanami-koji Street is an exclusive and very nice place where one can eat in the restaurants, mostly situated inside the machiya, a traditional house. Ochaya are traditional tea houses where guests are entertained by geiko and maiko (geiko apprentice). Shirakawa Area goes along the Shirakawa Channel which is lined by trees, restaurants, and teahouses.