“Gion (祇園) is a district of Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan, originating as an entertainment district in the Sengoku period, in front of Yasaka 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…”
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The Imperial Hotel, Kyoto has transformed a 90-year-old theater in the Gion neighborhood into a 55-room hotel, using its local connections to open doors that can be difficult for visitors to access.
Traditional neighborhood with narrow streets and teahouses.
National Geographic
Few Japanese cities can rival Kyoto for its beguiling mix of experiences, from its manga museums and traditional workshops to Buddhist temples and blossom trees. The real joy, though, is in its many ...
historic district, visit on a weekday for fewer crowds