Historic site · Japan
Gion
Geisha district in Kyoto, Japan
About Gion
Gion is a district of Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan, originating as an entertainment district in the Sengoku period, in front of Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine). The district was built to accommodate the needs of travellers and visitors to the shrine. It eventually evolved to become one of the most exclusive and well-known geisha districts in all of Japan. Gion is the Japanese translation (via Chinese Qiyuan) of the Buddhist term Jetavana.
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Best time to visit
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Gion
Where is Gion?
Gion is in Japan. The nearest city is Kyoto, about 3 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Gion?
Yes. The 2-day Nara plan is about 35 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
How can I plan a trip to Gion?
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